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Team Leader, Strategic Planning Advisory

Division:  Strategy
VPS Grade:  Ongoing
Location: 

Docklands, AU

Full Time/ Ongoing position

VPS 5.2 $121,250 - $132,764 pa + 11.5% super

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands

 

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 lead and manage a team responsible for the leading provision of strategic planning advice. You will engage with State and local government to provide authoritative advice and influence planning outcomes, aligned to EPA’s strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste.

 

In this role you will:  

  • Lead and manage a team to achieve high standards of performance, accountability, collaboration, ethics, and integrity; manage the allocation of resources, budgets, business and project planning and reporting; and demonstrate a strong commitment to a positive culture and the development of staff.

  • Provide strategic advice and support to planning officers within State and local government, including advice on structure or precinct plans, planning scheme amendments and planning policy or process to ensure the prevention of harm to the environment and human health is considered up front in land use planning.

  • Develop strategic relationships with local government and State Government departments and agencies involved in strategic planning to provide insight to future proposals to enable more efficient and effective servicing by EPA.

  • Provide authoritative and timely advice on the environmental protection framework.

 

Skills and experience: 

  • Experience leading a land use planning function, preferably within Government.

  • Experience leading a high performing team.

  • Very detailed knowledge of the Environment Protection Act 2017 and Planning and Environment Act 1987 and the Victorian Planning System.

  • Knowledge of strategic and statutory planning processes, and the translation of policy and guidance into practical application.

  • Knowledge of the Environment Effects Act 1978 and Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990.

 

To see the full position description: click here

 

How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday, 9 April 2025. 

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. 

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