As a Principal Environmental Officer (PO4) in the Southwest QLD Region, you are a key member of the management team for a region that covers the bulk of the lower third of the State.

You will prioritise collaboration in a cohesive, high-performing compliance management team, comprising other senior officers/managers and the Director Compliance.

• You will provide day-to-day guidance for experienced and high performing environmental compliance teams and drive priority programs throughout the Southwest QLD Region to deliver compliance and enforcement outcomes.
• You will collaborate on the management team's strategic direction for the Region by implementation and delivery of key compliance and enforcement plans, functions, and duties.
• You will drive the development of strategies and programs to address key environmental issues within the Southwest QLD Region.
• As a cultural thought leader in the team, you will foster a positive and proactive culture for your teams.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• You will be a key and valued member of the management team in leading and managing teams of Environmental Officers with the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy in developing your compliance teams and the way environmental regulation is conducted in QLD.
• You will experience so much here; you are a leader on the front line of environmental protection.
• You will work with an exceptional workforce of dedicated, passionate, and curious professionals, and work on technically complex, high profile and challenging issues with a mix of regional, remote, and urban issues within your jurisdiction.
• Benefit from competitive remuneration and superannuation, generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and vast professional and leadership development opportunities within the department and across the public sector.

ABOUT YOU:

• You'll be an emotionally intelligent, collaborative leader with the capability to navigate team dynamics and create a safe, high performing environment for our people to thrive.
• You'll be a compelling communicator and be respected for your ability to build and maintain strong partnerships.
• You'll be known for your ability to problem-solve contentious and complex issues which you can effectively apply to environmental regulation and have demonstrated technical capabilities.

If this sounds like you - please open the Position Description attachment to find out how to apply!

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/663556/25

Closing Date: Thursday, 23rd October 2025