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.

Fixed Term/ Full Time position until 6 May 2026

VPS 5.2 $124,888 - $136,747 pa + 11.5% super

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands 2008

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:

Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Audit, the Team Leader, Environmental Audit leads and manages a team responsible for the management of the Environmental Audit program, including the maintenance of auditor guidance materials and the appointment, re-appointment, and discipline of environmental auditors. You will drive improvements to the quality of environmental audits, preliminary risk screen assessments and other functions undertaken by environmental auditors. Your work will align to EPA's strategic priorities to prevent harm to the environment and human health from pollution and waste. This is a senior role for an experienced regulator that wants to contribute to the success of the EPA as it enters a new era of environmental protection in Victoria. Working closely with the Manager, Environmental Audit, you will lead and manage a team through change to ensure a positive organisational culture and ensure the highest standards of performance and integrity are achieved; and foster genuine partnerships across all levels of government, industry, and community to deliver organisational outcomes.

In this role you will:

• As a senior member of the Environmental Audit Unit, lead and manage a team to achieve high standards of performance, accountability, collaboration, ethics, and integrity; manage the allocation of resources, budgets, business and project planning and reporting; and demonstrate a strong commitment to a positive culture and the development of staff.
• Develop and implement policies and process for the appointment, re-appointment, and disciplinary action (conditions, suspensions, revocation) of Environmental Auditors, ensuring the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act 2017 are complied with.
• Deliver the Environmental Audit program, including the review of the scope of audits and preliminary risk screen assessments submitted prior to audits commencing (within 30 business day of submission).
• Develop and maintain auditor guidance and conduct audit meetings as required.

Skills and experience:

• A relevant tertiary degree and/or post graduate qualifications in law, environmental science, quality management or a related discipline is desirable.
• Leadership experience in an assurance function, preferably within Government.
• Proven ability to apply relevant government legislation, regulations, reporting directives and procedures, to achieve optimal organisational outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including building a shared sense of direction, clarifying priorities; identifies and responds proactively to complex and strategic issues impacting the operating environment.
• Technical expertise in land and groundwater assessment and remediation processes and management of pollution from industrial sources.

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How to apply

Click the "Apply" button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59pm Sunday, 13 July 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 [email protected]

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.