Field Operations Officer

NSW Environment Protection Authority; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Flexible working options

Job summary

NSW Environment Protection Authority invites applications for Field Operations Officers based in Dubbo. The role undertakes a diverse range of regulatory activities, applying EPA legislation to address environmental issues and support compliance in the assigned area.

You will contribute to industry assessments, licensing and permitting, and operational coordination depending on priorities. The role supports a meaningful difference in the community, with starting remuneration from $119,292 plus

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of the relevant policies, practices and legislative requirements that govern the EPA’s operations.
• Knowledge and experience in one or more environment protection areas, including: air, water, noise, waste, chemicals, hazardous materials, & radiation.
• Knowledge and experience in applying current relevant environmental legislation, with demonstrated ability to interpret other environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a diverse range of regulatory activities addressing issues and compliance in the assigned area.
• Contribute to industry assessments, licensing and permitting, and operational coordination.
• Support regulatory programs and investigations to protect air, water, land and community health.

Skills

Policy understanding

Environmental regulations

Regulatory interpretation

Job description

Do you want to protect future generations?

Protect tomorrow together at the NSW EPA

• Join a purpose-led organisation and make a difference to the environment and our community
• Remuneration starting from $119,292plus superannuation
• Enjoy employee benefits and flexible working options
• One ongoing and one temporary role until 30 June 2027 available
• Role based in Dubbo

The opportunity

We have two opportunities for Field Operations Officers to join the EPA and help protect our environment and support positive outcomes for the community.

You’ll undertake a diverse range of regulatory activities, applying EPA legislation to address environmental issues and support compliance across your assigned area. The role also provides opportunities to contribute to industry assessments and planning, licensing and permitting, and operational coordination, depending on operational priorities.

If you’re looking for a varied regulatory role where your work can make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Sound understanding of the relevant policies, practices and legislative requirements that govern the EPA’s operations.
• Knowledge and experience in of one or more environment protection areas, including: air, water, noise, waste, chemicals, hazardous materials, & radiation.
• Knowledge and experience in applying current relevant environmental legislation, with demonstrated ability to interpret other environmental legislation.

Please note that it is an essential requirement of this role for the successful candidate to have a Current Australian C Class Driver's Licence.

About the team

This role sits within the Regulatory Operations Division, which leads a unified, end-to-end regulatory approach across NSW through licensing, proactive regulation, compliance and investigations.

You’ll join a passionate, high-performing team with a strong track record of delivering regulatory programs and compliance operations that protect air, water, land and community health.

For more information about the role, please read the Role Description – Field Operations Officer

About us

As the environmental steward and regulator of our State we are committed to a sustainable future.

Our people are proud to play a role in protecting the environment of NSW. We partner with Aboriginal people, industry and the wider community to protect, restore and enhance our diverse ecosystems.

We bring scientific expertise, experience and actions to inspire innovative solutions as we transition our state to a circular economy.

As we respond to urgent current issues, including climate change, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future.

Join us on our mission to protect tomorrow together.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

If you require a reasonable adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at ***************@epa.nsw.gov.au and please mention reference REQ 553441.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, please use ourAboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for roles, or contact ourAboriginal Employment Pathways teamfor a yarn.

For more information on reasonable adjustments to recruitment processes, please click here.