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.

Ongoing, full time role

Salary - VPS 3.1: $79,122 to $87,599 + 12% superannuation

Location - Ernest Jones Drive, Macleod 3085 or 8-12 Seymour Street, Traralgon 3844

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 Science Outreach Lead, the Science Project Officer is a member of a team responsible for supporting the delivery of Science Division priorities with a focus on proactive community science initiatives. You will apply your strong communication and administration skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support initiatives to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste.

In this role you will:

• Provide administration and project coordination support for the Latrobe Valley Air Network Plan and citizen science initiatives, including workshops and events (this may include occasional regional travel and weekend or out of work hours).
• Maintain the ongoing operation of EPA's GardenSafe program, including the day-to-day operation of the soil screening laboratory and screening equipment, with training provided. There may be periods where up to one day a week is spent in the laboratory.
• Support the development of communication messages and materials, including the translation of scientific/technical information so that it can be understood by a range of audiences, including the general public.
• Use your initiative to prioritise tasks and monitor your workflow in the delivery of organisational priorities in accordance with approved project/service plans, achieving the highest standards of performance, accountability, collaboration, ethics, and integrity.

Skills and experience:

• Graduate qualifications and/or relevant experience in applied/environmental science is mandatory; post-graduate qualifications in a relevant field are highly desirable.
• Experience working in a general lab setting and with the safe use and application of scientific equipment and techniques relevant to environmental chemistry and/or monitoring.
• Experience using initiative to proactively identify, communicate, and address delivery risks and opportunities to improve organisational outcomes.
• Communication and engagement skills including the ability to effectively negotiate and influence.
• A current driver's licence is mandatory.

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How to apply

Click the "Apply" button to submit your application. Applications close on Wednesday, 16th July at 11:59PM.

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.