Project Manager, Acoustic Projects

Fixed Term/ Full Time position until May 2028

Salary: VPS 5.1 $113,022 - $124,884 pa + 12% superannuation

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands 3008  (3 days in office) 

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: 

Reporting to the Manager, Compliance Programs, the Project Manager will be responsible for an acoustic program. This initiative involves specialist acoustic technology and equipment to test their effectiveness in detecting and reporting excessively noisy vehicles to the EPA. The project will validate both the detection capabilities of this technology and its operational application within Victoria. This project is aligned to EPA’s strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste. This position is offered as a two-year fixed term appointment. This is a role for an experienced project manager with a regulatory and/or business improvement background with strong stakeholder management skills who is keen to contribute to the success of the EPA.

In this role you will:  

• Lead the acoustic program in Victoria, to validate the detection capabilities of the technology for its longer-term operational application. 
• Manage all aspects of the project implementation, including planning, procurement, operational oversight, budget management and reporting.
• Work closely with EPA's infringement management team, public affairs, information technology, science and other parts of EPA in the planning and execution of the project.
• Work proactively with external stakeholders, including Victoria Police, local Councils, energy suppliers and technical experts to deliver the project.
• Implement good project management practices, consistent with the requirements set by the Corporate Services Division, to plan, oversight, manage, monitor and quality assure project delivery

Skills and experience: 

• Senior level experience in managing projects of a technical and regulatory nature to achieve organisational outcomes, with demonstrated strength in project management and delivering projects to specifications on time, and on budget.
• Practical knowledge and skills in project management, including contract and financial management.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills including the ability to effectively influence and negotiate with key stakeholders.
• Advanced management skills and demonstrated capability to plan, monitor and deliver projects / programs, including risk identification and management, budget development and management; optimise the allocation and use of resources; and evaluate project / program effectiveness.

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How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59pm Thursday, 2 April 2026.

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.