aelert chief executive officer

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Environment Protection Authority, South Australia Full time $167,239 - $257,291 per year

Environment Protection Authority

Job reference: 698489

Location: - VARIOUS -

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role

AELERT's Chief Executive Officer provides operational governance and oversight to ensure the organisation fulfils its strategic objectives and effectively manages day-to-day operations. The Chief Executive Officer leads the Leadership Team, which is responsible for implementing AELERT's Strategic Plan and delivering the key activities that advance AELERT's purpose and objectives.

In addition, the Chief Executive Officer is expected to ensure AELERT's strategic objectives are fulfilled;

  • COLLABORATE - to solve common regulatory challenges.
  • GROW - by cultivating our collective capability.
  • INNOVATE - to address emerging regulatory challenges.

The AELERT Leadership Team is currently being hosted by the South Australian Environment Protection Authority (EPA). Structurally the role reports to the EPA's Deputy Chief Executive.

Desirable Qualifications, Knowledge or Experience

  • Practical experience working in a regulatory environment would be an advantage.
  • Post graduate qualification in management or a related discipline.

Location

While not mandatory, there is a preference that the candidate be based in South Australia.

Contract

Term contract (until 30 June 2028) and full time (37.5 hours per week).

Remuneration

SAES1 ($167,239 - $257,291 per annum) as well as 12% super to your choice of super fund.

Special Conditions

  • This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. A current National Police Clearance is essential.

  • The role will require engagement with members across Australia, New Zealand and internationally and may require some travel interstate.

  • The incumbent may be required to work out of hours and as the need arises.

Enquiries

Grant Barnes

Chief Regulatory Officer - Natural Resources Access Regulator

Email Enquiries:

Phone Enquiries:

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online. Please submit a covering letter of no more than two (2) pages describing your suitability for the role by addressing the selection criteria in the Role Description. Please also include a current curriculum vitae with three (3) referees, a Pre-Employment Declaration, and a copy of your qualification(s) as required in the Role Description.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the EPA, we prioritise diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful work environment for everyone. With support from our employees, we focus on access, equality, inclusion and wellbeing in all we do. As a WE'RE EQUAL organisation, we commit to a vision for South Australia as an open, inclusive society that embraces and supports difference and diversity. Our initiatives including the White Ribbon program and Reconciliation Action Plan, aim to create a meaningful impact in our workforce and community.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages, gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Applications close: 22/09/2025 11:45 PM

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