Senior Scientist - Noise

Fixed Term/ Full Time position until 31 July 2028

Salary: Science C.1 $113,022 - $124,884 pa + 12% superannuation

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: 

Provide expert advice, guidance, and delivering programs in noise sciences. You will lead the delivery of EPA’s scientific advice and guidance on the North East Link Project, in line with relevant policies and regulatory requirements under the EP Act 2017. You will inform regulatory strategic decisions by the EPA about complex noise pollution problems. This is a senior role for an experienced noise scientist that wants to contribute to the success of the EPA.

In this role you will:  

• As a senior member of the Noise Sciences team, role model high standards of performance, accountability, collaboration, ethics, and integrity; managing individual work advice allocations and planning for noise science advice including for the North East Link project. 
• Provide scientific advice, guidance, and deliver programs on noise sciences, that meet the priority needs of the EPA as a science-based regulator.
• Deliver scientific advice to inform regulatory and strategic decisions about noise pollution, ensuing an understanding of potential environmental impacts of different options.
• Analyse scientific evidence and prepare statements of opinion for use in compliance and enforcement activities, including prosecutions.

Skills and experience: 

• A tertiary degree and/or post graduate qualifications in applied science, environmental science, engineering or equivalent, preferably with specialisation in noise. 
• Senior level experience in the delivery of applied environmental sciences, preferably related to noise pollution.
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in noise pollution sciences, sources and management..

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How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59pm Tuesday, 10 March 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.