Engineer - Water Technology

Fixed Term/ Full Time position until 24 December 2026

Salary: Science B $97,955 - $111,142 pa + 12% super 

Location: Ernest Jones Drive, Macleod VIC 3085, 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: 

Reporting to the Senior Scientist - Water Technology, the Engineer is a member of a small team responsible for providing expert advice, guidance and delivering program in water technologies including storm water, recycled water and wastewater treatment. You will inform regulatory and strategic decisions by the EPA about complex water and wastewater treatment problems, aligned to EPA’s strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste. This is an exciting role for an engineer that wants to contribute to the success of the EPA. Working under broad direction of the Senior Scientist - Water Technology, you will actively contribute to a positive organisational culture and that the highest standards of performance and integrity are achieved; and fostering genuine partnerships across all levels of government, industry, and community to support the delivery organisational outcomes.

In this role you will:  

• Working under the direction of the Senior Scientist - Water Technology, plan and deliver high quality stormwater, recycled water, and wastewater treatment scientific advice, information, publications, and programs, that meet the needs of the EPA as a science-based regulator and ensuring alignment to EPA’s strategic priorities.
• Support the delivery of scientific advice to inform regulatory and strategic decisions about complex water and wastewater treatment and solutions for complex water and wastewater treatment problems, ensuing an understanding of potential environmental impacts of different options.
• Communicate scientific / technical information about complex water and wastewater treatment and solutions for complex water and wastewater treatment problems to a wide variety of audiences, including the results of associated research and analysis.
• Contribute to the analysis of scientific evidence and preparation of statements of opinion for use in compliance and enforcement activities, including prosecutions.

Skills and experience: 

• A tertiary degree and/or post graduate qualifications in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering or equivalent, preferably with specialisation in water and/or wastewater treatment.
• Experience in delivery of applied environmental sciences, preferably related to water and/or wastewater treatment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of water including stormwater and recycled water and wastewater treatment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental risk assessment.

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How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59pm Sunday, 26 October 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.

** Please note: EPA will be temporarily closed for the Holiday Season from 29 December 2025 to 31st December 2025 (inclusive). Employees will be 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 accrued leave, you may need to take leave without pay. **