Senior Scientist - Water Technology

• Science C.2 $121,250 - $132,764 pa + 11.5% super

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 small team responsible for providing expert advice and guidance on water technologies including storm water, recycled water and waste water 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 a senior role for an experienced engineer 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 Manager, Water Sciences, you will lead and manage a team through change, ensuring 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 deliver organisational outcomes

In this role you will:  

• Lead the provision of engineering and technical advice, guidance, and deliver programs on water and wastewater treatment, that meet the priority needs of the EPA as a science-based regulator.
• Deliver technical and engineering advice to inform regulatory and strategic decisions about water and wastewater treatment, ensuing an understanding of potential environmental impacts of different options.
• Communicate scientific/technical information about water and wastewater treatment to a wide variety of audiences, including the results of associated research and analysis.
• Identify and deliver new projects and science to address water and wastewater treatment issues, working with academia and other research organisations to address knowledge to optimise outcomes for the EPA and the community.

Skills and experience: 

• A tertiary degree and/or post graduate qualifications in environmental engineering or equivalent, preferably with specialisation in water and/or wastewater treatment.
• Senior level experience in the delivery of applied environmental sciences, preferably related to water and/or wastewater treatment
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including building a shared sense of direction, clarifying priorities; identifies and responds proactively to strategic issues impacting the operating environment. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in water, wastewater treatment and environmental risk assessment. 

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How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59pm Monday, 2 December 2024.

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 27 December 2024 to 31st December 2024 (inclusive). Employees are 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 annual leave balances, you may need to take annual leave without pay. **