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.

1 Full Time, Ongoing role and 1 Full Time, Fixed Term until until 31 December 2026

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

Location: 664 Collins St, Docklands

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'll play a key role in facilitating major infrastructure projects and ensuring environmental risks are addressed early in the planning process. You'll work with internal teams and external stakeholders to provide strategic advice that supports EPA's mission to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste.

In this role you will:

• Support the delivery of major infrastructure projects and EPA's involvement in Environment Effects Statement (EES) processes under the Environment Effects Act 1978.
• Provide timely and authoritative advice on environmental regulation and EPA's legislative framework.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships across government and industry to support project outcomes.
• Contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Represent EPA in stakeholder engagement, promoting awareness of environmental laws and EPA's role as Victoria's independent environmental regulator.
• Apply problem-solving approaches using EPA's enhanced regulatory tools under the Environment Protection Act 2017.

Skills and experience:

• Strong project coordination and management skills, particularly for complex infrastructure or development projects.
• Experience in a development advisory function, preferably within government.
• Proven ability to plan, monitor and deliver services aligned with organisational priorities.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capabilities.
• Understanding of environmental regulation relating to pollution and waste (desirable).
• Ability to interpret and apply government legislation, regulations, and procedures (desirable).
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in environmental science, planning, or a related field (preferred).

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How to apply

Click the "Apply" button to submit your application. Applications close on 28th 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.
• Completion of the 4 application questions.

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.