Officer for the Protection of the Local Environment (1223)
Officer for the Protection of the Local Environment (1223)
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
Ongoing full time role
Salary: VPS 3.2 - $89292 to $.5% superannuation
Location: South West - Regional Victoria
About the Organisation
EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victorias 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 work closely with local governments and other members of the EPA regional operations teams to address waste and pollution reports including small to medium scale illegal dumping litter noise dust and odour. In this role you will prioritise tasks and monitor workflow to deliver front-line regulatory operations aligned with EPAs strategic priorities.
You will be required to service rural councils and work in regional areas of the South West region which may require travelling long distances and overnight stay.
In this role you will:
- Support the delivery of the Officers for the Protection of the Local Environment (OPLE) Program responding to regional waste and pollution reports.
- Implement regulatory actions to prevent harm to communities and the environment through education engagement compliance monitoring and enforcement actions.
- Collaborate with co-regulators duty holders communities local governments and other partners to enhance environmental and public health outcomes.
- Contribute to a positive team culture and improve teamwork practices.
- Utilise problem-solving skills and new powers/tools in the Environment Protection Act 2017 to deliver priority outcomes.
Skills and experience:
- Completion of Authorised Officer and Field Response Officer training or the ability to complete it within a reasonable timeframe.
- Ability to deliver regulatory operations to meet organisational objectives.
- Proficiency in applying relevant government legislation regulations and procedures.
- Knowledge of local government and environmental regulation related to pollution and waste is desirable.
- Project and program delivery skills including risk management task prioritisation and workflow monitoring.
To see the full position description:Click here
How to apply
Click the Apply button to submit your application. Applications close on Thursday 19 June 2025 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
Need to know more
All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of 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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
