investigator / senior investigator

Environment Protection Authority

Job reference: req203

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role

Senior Investigator (ASO6) or Investigator (ASO5) for the Environment Protection Authority undertakes and directs complex and protracted investigations, concerning contraventions of the Environment Protection Act 1993 and the Radiation Protection and Control Act 2021. The Senior Investigator or Investigator responsibilities include: managing public and industry complaints, conducting interviews, the collecting evidence and providing comprehensive factual briefs of evidence capable of withstanding executive, ministerial and judicial scrutiny. Investigators also provides consultancy advice and training to other staff of the EPA.

To be successful in the Senior Investigator (ASO6) role, you will have:

• Proven high level written and oral communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Proven high level skills in the management of an investigations caseload and the exercise of high-level judgement on investigation related matters.
• Proven experience in dealing with complex investigations.
• Proven experience in presenting evidence at Court or tribunals.
• Demonstrated ability to provide written recommendations on complex matters in a clear, timely and accurate manner.
• Demonstrated excellence in analysing information and making sound and rational decisions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated investigations experience, including the ability to use a broad range of investigatory tools/techniques and the ability to analyse and determine essential elements of investigations.

To be successful in the Investigator (ASO5) role, you will have:

• High level written and oral communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, with limited supervision and as a team member.
• Experience in the management of an investigation caseload and the exercise of a sound-level judgement on investigation related matters.
• Experience in dealing with investigations in the regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide or contribute to written recommendations on complex matters in a clear, timely and accurate manner.
• Demonstrated ability in analysing information and making sound and rational decisions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated investigations experience, including the ability to use a broad range of investigatory tools/techniques and the ability to analyse and determine essential elements of investigations.

About Us

As South Australia's independent environmental regulator, the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) plays a key role in protecting people and the environment from harm and supporting sustainable development for the benefit of current and future generations. 

We work closely with industry, the community and government to protect our unique natural environment while supporting economic growth and improving wellbeing. We aim to be a trusted regulator by adopting best practice regulatory principles in administering South Australia's environmental laws. This means being proportionate, accountable, consistent, transparent and targeted (the PACTT principles) in providing our regulatory services.

What the EPA Offers

The EPA recognises the importance of balance and wellbeing and offers a range of different flexible working arrangements. These include flexitime (flexible start and finish times), working from home, part time, job share, compressed weeks and purchased leave.

Desirable Qualifications, Knowledge or Experience:

• Completion of South Australian Police (or equivalent) Detective Training Course
• Completion of Diploma or Certificate IV Investigations
• Experience in investigating offences of an environmental nature
• Experience in development of policy
• Knowledge of the operations of the EPA (ASO6 only)
• Knowledge of the current public records management administrative practices and systems

Remuneration:

ASO5 ($85,790 - $95,413) or ASO6 ($98,478 - $104, % super added to your choice of super fund.

Contract

Multiple term contracts are available and full time (37.5 hours per week).

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 incumbent will occasionally be required to travel to sites in country areas and interstate.
• The incumbent may be required to work out of hours and as the need arises.
• A current driver's licence is essential.
• The incumbent must be suitable for appointment to be a fully Authorised Officer under the EP Act, RPC Act and other Acts that come under the direction of the EPA.
• Vaccinations required: Q Fever, Hepatitis A & B and Tetanus.

Enquiries:

Dion Buring

A/ Principal Investigator

Phone Enquiries:

Email 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 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.

Attachments

ASO5 Investigator Role Description

ASO6 Senior Investigator Role Description

Applications close: 20/11/2025 11:45 PM

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.