Senior Engagement Lead

Full time, Ongoing role with the EPA

Salary: VPS 5.1: $113,022 to $124,884 (pro-rata) + 12% superannuation

Location: 33 Mackey Street, North Geelong, VIC 3215

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 Regional Manager, Southwest, this outward-facing role leads strategic engagement with communities, industry, government, and stakeholders. You’ll be the voice of EPA in the region—driving proactive and reactive communications that support frontline regulatory operations and EPA’s strategic priorities.

In this role you will: 

• Build and maintain strategic relationships through forums, events and stakeholder meetings.
• Lead engagement planning and delivery at both the strategic and operational level.
• Prepare internal briefs for senior leaders including the CEO, and ensure insights flow back to the team.
• Support and uplift staff capability in communications and engagement and provide expert guidance.
• Role model leadership, collaboration, and integrity as part of the regional leadership team.

Skills and experience:

• Proven success in communications and stakeholder engagement, ideally in a regulatory setting.
• Strong written and verbal skills – able to handle tricky conversations and set the right tone.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate technical content into clear messaging.
• Highly organised and self-driven – thrives in an autonomous role.
• Proven ability to apply relevant government legislation, regulations, reporting directives and procedures, to achieve optimal organisational outcomes.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (desirable).
• Knowledge of local communities in the region (preferred).

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How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close on 7th September 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 South West Regional Manager Martha-Rose Loughnane on 0436 682 801 or email 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.