Environment Protection Officer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Environment Protection Authority Full time

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan

Job type: Full Time - Fixed Term

Organisation: Environment Protection Authority

**Salary**: $76,817 - $93,275

Occupation: Environment

Reference: 914
- **VPS3 | North West Victoria Region - Fixed term backfill until 19 June 2025.**

**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 a 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**:
You will be on the frontline of regulatory operations, driving compliance, education, and enforcement actions to prevent harm from pollution and waste. Reporting to the Team Leader, Environment Protection, you'll prioritise tasks, monitor workflows, and contribute to EPA's strategic priorities in a dynamic and impactful role.

**In this role you will**:

- Implement regulatory actions to safeguard communities and the environment through education, compliance monitoring, and enforcement.
- Contribute to building a high-performing, positive team culture and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Support investigations, deliver preventative projects, and respond to environmental and public health emergencies.
- Collaborate with government, industry, and community partners to enhance environmental outcomes.

**Skills and experience**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications and a current Victorian driver’s license are desirable.
- Proven ability to manage projects, prioritise tasks, and contribute to a cohesive team environment.
- Innovative problem solver with a commitment to professional growth and making a difference.

**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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