Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Governance and risk management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 1254
Fixed Term/ Full Time role until 30 June 2027
Salary: VPS 4 $97,955 - $111,142 pa + 12% super
Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands 3008
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 Manager, Permissioning Licences, the Permissioning Officer is a member of a team responsible for implementing EPA’s permissioning framework. You will assess applications across various permission types under the Environment Protection Act 2017, aligned to EPA’s strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste. Working under the direction of the Manager, Permissioning Licences, and with support from a Senior Permissioning Officer, you will actively contribute to a positive organisational culture and achieve the highest standards of performance and integrity; fostering genuine partnerships across all levels of government, industry, and community to deliver organisational outcomes.
In this role you will:
In consultation with Science Division, Operations Division, Legal Branch, and senior Permissions staff, assess and determine permissions, ensuring that conditions set appropriate controls in preventing harm to communities and the environment from pollution and waste.
As required based on prioritised demand, support the periodic review of licences and the development and maintenance of EPA’ s condition library for permissions.
Actively contribute to the development of a positive and high performing team culture, including by identifying and implementing opportunities to improve teamwork practices.
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:
Experience in permissioning or related regulatory activities, preferably within Government.
Knowledge of the Environment Protection Act 2017 and regulations, or other similar legislation.
A proven record of achievement in a similar role which contributes to organisational excellence, high standards of performance and a positive organisational culture.
A broad understanding of environmental regulation as it relates to pollution and waste is desirable.
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How to apply
Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59PM Sunday, 27 July 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.