Team Leader, Environment Protection

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Environment Protection Authority Full time

Location: Melbourne | Western Metropolitan

Job type: Ongoing - Full Time

Organisation: Environment Protection Authority

**Salary**: $106,534 - $128,897

Occupation: Environment

Reference: 712

**Team Leader, Environment Protection - Western Metropolitan Melbourne Regions (Sunshine)**

**About the Organisation**

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria’s environment and people. We work with community, industry and businesses. As the needs of Victorians change, we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors.

We are workplace committed to new ways of working, EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles. We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life.

**The EPA Experience**
- See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand
- Range of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunities
- On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles
- Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options

**About the role**

Lead and oversee a small team at EPA, specialising in contaminated land regulation in Western Metropolitan Melbourne Region. Drive education, compliance monitoring, inspections, and enforcement actions, with a focus on preventative measures aligned with critical programs.

**In this role you will**:

- Lead and inspire a team to uphold high standards of performance and accountability in environmental protection.
- Actively contribute to initiatives like the Contaminated Land Program and Incident Management System.
- Drive investigations and compliance programs aligned with EPA's regulatory goals.
- Partner with stakeholders to enhance environmental and public health outcomes.
- Execute administrative tasks to meet regulatory objectives, ensuring compliance with Government and EPA policies, including finance, safety, and conduct standards.

**Skills and Experience**:

- Previous experience in leadership, ideally within environmental regulation.
- Comprehensive knowledge of frontline regulatory operations and government legislation.
- Proven track record of building and sustaining relationships for collaborative delivery of outcomes.
- Proficiency in managing contaminated land and landfills, translating technical concepts for diverse audiences (Desirable).

**To see the full position description**:Click Here**

**How to apply**

Applicants Should Submit:

- Cover letter; addressing your experience, the key selection criteria, motivations, and suitability to the role.
- Resume; including contact details of two referees.

**Need to know more?**

EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment. We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and genders.

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