Senior Project Advisor

Full Time, Fixed Term role until 31 July 2028

Salary: VPS 5.1  $113,022 - $124,884  + 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 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:

This is an exciting opportunity to influence Victoria’s major transport, energy and earth resource projects, ensuring they align with EPA’s strategic priorities and regulatory framework to prevent harm from pollution and waste. You will provide authoritative technical and regulatory advice and work closely with proponents and government partners to deliver robust outcomes across all stages of complex, state‑significant projects.

In this role you will:

• Lead and facilitate state‑significant infrastructure, energy and earth resource projects on behalf of EPA
• Provide authoritative, timely technical and regulatory advice on the environment protection framework
• Deliver EPA’s role in complex statutory processes, including Environmental Effects Statement pathways
• Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with government agencies, proponents and stakeholders
• Manage complex projects collaboratively to ensure accountable, high‑quality and timely outcomes

Skills and experience

• Senior level experience in development advisory or regulatory roles, preferably within government. ‑level experience in development advisory or regulatory roles, preferably within government.
• Strong capability in stakeholder engagement, communication and delivery of major or complex projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing technically complex matters within a regulatory or statutory framework.
• A proven commitment to professionalism, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

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How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close on 8th March 2026 @ 23:59

Applicants Should Submit: 

• Cover letter; addressing your experience, the key selection criteria, motivations, and suitability to the role. 
• Completion of Applications questions.
• 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.