Senior Engagement Officer

Docklands - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 113022 - 124884

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full Time Fixed Term role until 5th May 2027

Salary: VPS 5.1 $113022 - $124884 pa 12% super

Location: 664 Collins Street Docklands - Hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office)

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 lead engagement and consultation with communities industry and government on EPA Permissioning assessments ensuring transparent and effective regulatory decisions that protect Victorian communities and the environment.

In this role you will:

Lead proactive and reactive communications and engagement for the Licences Unit
Manage complex and controversial stakeholder engagements with professionalism and diplomacy
Coordinate public advertising of Development Licences permits and collate large volumes of submissions
Support conferences and forums: book venues craft communications liaise with facilitators
Provide advice on effective engagement approaches and conference styles

Skills and experience:

Proven experience in community and stakeholder engagement ideally in a regulatory setting
Strong written communication and organisational skills; ability to juggle multiple tasks
Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects independently
Excellent problem-solving relationship-building and influencing skills
Technical knowledge and familiarity with EPA regulatory tools (desirable)

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How to apply

Click the Apply button to submit your application. Applications close on 1st January 2026 @ 23:59

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:

Senior IC

Full Time Fixed Term role until 5th May 2027Salary: VPS 5.1 $113022 - $124884 pa 12% superLocation: 664 Collins Street Docklands - Hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office)About the OrganisationEPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victorias environment and p...