Senior Environmental Officer (Assessments)

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is committed to investing in its people to ensure a sustainable and successful organisation through a positive workplace culture and highly capable employees. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about what flexibility could look like for you.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 (or part time hours, by negotiation).

Period of Appointment

3 years

Duties

Work within the statutory framework of the Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act 1994 and the Resource Management and Planning System of Tasmania, to co-ordinate and undertake environmental assessment of environmentally relevant activities, to undertake policy research, analysis, development and review, and to contribute to the maintenance of an effective environmental policy and legislative framework.

Desirable Requirements

• A degree in Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies or related field, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Detailed understanding of environmental management as related to one or more of the following industry categories would be considered advantageous: mining, wood processing, extractive industries, heavy industry, food & textiles processing, wastewater treatment, solid waste management, or renewable energy.
• An understanding of relevant Commonwealth environmental legislation is desirable.
• A current motor vehicle driver’s licence.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents:

• SOD -709797-Senior Environmental Officer (Assessments) – Band 6.docx
• Advice to Applicants (EPA).docx

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please apply online by clicking the blue “Apply Now” button.

Refer to the ‘Advice to Applicants’ document for further information.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment on [email protected], using the subject line: Senior Environmental Officer (Assessments) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For more information on the position please contact:

Helen Mulligan

Manager (Assessments)

0427 743 988

[email protected], using the subject line: Senior Environmental Officer (Assessments) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.