Regional Manager - South West

Full-time, ongoing leadership role in Regional Victoria - Geelong

Salary: VPS 6.2 - $157,356 to $180,115 p.a + 11.5% superannuation

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 a team responsible for EPA’s ‘on-ground’ front line regulatory response across the South West Victoria Region to prevent harm to communities and the environment from pollution and waste. Working as part of EPA's executive team, you will ensure high standards in compliance, incident management, and strategic partnerships. 

In this role you will:  

• Contribute to the overall operational strategy and direction of the organisation, ensuring a one-EPA approach to the delivery of priorities

• Lead the region in building, maintaining and leveraging strategic relationships and partnerships to ensure that the EPA is a trusted and influential authority

• Ensure a robust, transparent, risk and evidence-based approach within South West Victoria Region, empowering and supporting staff, and devolving decision making with an appropriate accountability framework embedded within the branch
• Drive a positive culture of performance, accountability, and environmental protection. 

• Ensure a risk-based, data-driven approach to regulatory excellence. 

Skills and experience: 

• Proven leadership in a senior management role, ideally within regulatory operations. 

• Strong ability to engage with community and stakeholders, driving meaningful environmental outcomes. 

• Experience navigating complex legislation, policies, and compliance frameworks. 

• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities. 

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How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close on Sunday, 12 January 2025 at 11:59PM. 

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.