Project Officer

Overview

Work type: Full Time - Fixed Term

Salary: $97,955 - $111,142

Grade: VPSG4

Occupation: Projects

Location: CBD

Reference: 1107

Fixed Term/ Full Time position until 23 September 2026

VPS 4 $97,955 - $111,142 pa + 11.5% super

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands

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 Specialist Project Manager - Noise, the Project Officer is a member of a team responsible for the design and delivery of a quality assurance program for environmental auditor functions for wind energy facilities. You will support your team and engage with proponents and provide advice to achieve optimal outcomes aligned to EPA’s strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste. The project officer will contribute to the success of the EPA as it enters a new era of environmental protection in Victoria. Working closely with the Specialist Project Manager – Noise and the Environmental Audit Unit, you will actively contribute to a positive organisational culture and achieve the highest standards of performance and integrity. You will also help foster genuine partnerships across all levels of government, industry, and community to deliver organisational outcomes.

In this role you will:

• Working under the direction of the Specialist Project Manager - Noise, plan, design and delivery of a quality assurance program for environmental auditor functions for wind energy facilities.
• Actively contribute to the development of a positive and high performing team culture, including by identifying and implementing opportunities to improve systems and teamwork practices.
• Support the team with the design and implementation of quality assurance programs.
• Undertake administrative processes and other tasks as directed for the effective achievement of regulatory outcomes; ensure that all Government and EPA policies and procedures, such and financial management, occupational health and safety, and conduct are complied with.

Skills and experience:

• A tertiary degree and/or post graduate qualifications in environmental or science discipline is desirable.

• Knowledge of Victoria’s independent environmental auditor framework.

• Proven ability to apply relevant government legislation, regulations, reporting directives and procedures, to achieve optimal organisational outcomes.
• A proven record of achievement in a similar role which contributes to organisational excellence, high standards of performance and a positive organisational culture.

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How to apply

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59pm Monday, 16 June 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 [email protected]

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.