Senior Permissioning Officer (PAT)
Docklands, AU
Fixed Term/ Full Time position until 30 June 2027
Salary: VPS 5.2 $124,888 - $136,747 pa + 12% super
Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands 3008
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
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See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand
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Range of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunities
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On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles
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Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options
About the role:
Reporting to the Manager, Permissioning Licences, the Senior Permissioning Officer is a member of a team responsible for implementing EPA’s permissioning framework. You will assess applications across various permission typesunder the Environment Protection Act 2017, aligned to EPA’s strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste. This is a senior role for a regulator that wants to contribute to the success of the EPA as it enters a new era of environmental protection in Victoria. Working closely with the Permissioning Licences leadership team and other senior members across Permissions, you will actively contribute to a positive organisational culture and achieve the highest standards of performance and integrity; fostering genuine partnerships across all levels of government, industry, and community to deliver organisational outcomes.
In this role you will:
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Provide leadership and direction on permission assessments, including peer review, providing technical expertise and mentoring less experienced team members so the high standards of performance are met.
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Implement EPA’s permissioning framework to ensure that scheduled activities, infrastructure, and other development projects are appropriately approved under the Environment Protection Act 2017, including that proponents understand and minimise or eliminate risks of harm to communities and the environment from pollution and waste.
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In consultation with Science Division, Operations Division and Legal Branch, assess and determine permissions ensuring that conditions set appropriate controls in preventing harm to communities and the environment from pollution and waste; support the facilitation of conferences of interested persons as required for development licence applications.
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As required based on prioritised demand, support the periodic review of licences and the development and maintenance of EPA’ s condition library for permissions.
Skills and experience:
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Senior level experience in permissioning or related regulatory activities, preferably within Government.
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Detailed knowledge of the Environment Protection Act 2017 and regulations, or other similar legislation
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Proven ability to mentor, provide technical expertise and peer review the work of less experienced team members.
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Proven ability to apply relevant government legislation, regulations, reporting directives and procedures, to achieve optimal organisational outcomes.
- A broad understanding of environmental regulation as it relates to pollution and waste is desirable.
How to apply
Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close on 11:59PM Sunday, 27 July 2025.
Applicants Should Submit:
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Cover letter; addressing your experience, the key selection criteria, motivations, and suitability to the role.
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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.