Senior Environment Protection Officer

5 days ago

Bendigo Goldfields Macedon Ranges, Australia Environment Protection Authority Victoria Full time $97,955 - $111,142 per year

Whoever you are, whatever skills you bring, you have a critical role in protecting Victoria's lands and waters. Whether in the office or on the ground, you get to see the difference you make each day.

Full Time, Fixed Term role until 24th May 2026

Salary: VPS 4 $97,955 - $111,142 pa + 12% super

Location: Level 1, 47-51 Queen Street, Bendigo

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 responsible for EPA's regulatory response including education, compliance monitoring, and enforcement actions.

In this role you will:

  • Plan and deliver regulatory actions to prevent harm to communities and the environment from pollution and waste.
  • Participate in the response to environmental and public health emergencies and incidents.
  • Contribute to team culture and development, actively participating in investigations and emergency responses.
  • Provide support and guidance to team members, contribute to compliance projects, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive improved environmental outcomes.

Skills and experience:

To be successful in this role you will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have demonstrated experience and a record of achievement in a relevant regulatory role (e.g., environmental regulation), and have excellent organisational skills, particularly in managing, prioritising, and delivering a range of regulatory actions. A relevant tertiary qualification and/or industry experience is desirable.

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How to apply

Click the "Apply" button to submit your application. Applications close on 16th September 2025.

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.

For any enquiries relating to this role, please reach out to

Need to know more?

All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of employment. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks and role related security clearances.

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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