Officer for the Protection of the Local Environment

• VPS 3.2 | South Metropolitan Office - Dandenong - Fixed Term, Full time Opportunity until 5 September 2025

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 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 EPA’s strategic priorities.

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.

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How to apply

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close on Tuesday 27 November 2024 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 careers@epa.vic.gov.au

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.

Please note: EPA will be temporarily closed for the Holiday Season from 27 December 2023 to 31st December 2024 (inclusive). Employees are required to use their annual leave balances during this period and the People & Culture team will automate the leave application for all employees. Please discuss leave options with your manager upon commencement and consider that in absence of annual leave balances, you may need to take annual leave without pay. **