Manager Field Operations

NSW Environment Protection Authority; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Employee benefits

Job summary

NSW Environment Protection Authority in Newcastle is seeking two Manager Field Operations to lead day-to-day field delivery, align with EPA objectives, and drive performance across teams.

You will oversee Industry Assessments/Planning, Licensing & Permitting, and Operational Coordination, ensuring regulatory presence and stakeholder collaboration while managing staff and maintaining focus on environmental outcomes.

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of policies, practices and legislative requirements governing EPA operations.
• Knowledge/experience in one or more environment protection areas (air, water, noise, waste, chemicals, hazardous materials, radiation).
• Knowledge and experience applying current environmental legislation; ability to interpret legislation.
• Solid understanding of state and local government.
• Experience liaising with client/stakeholder groups for sustainable outcomes.
• Experience in managing staff and setting priorities.
• Current C Class Australian Drivers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field service delivery aligned with EPA objectives.
• Drive performance and foster collaboration across teams.
• Oversee Industry Assessments/Planning, Licensing & Permitting and Operational Coordination units as needed.

Skills

Policy understanding

Environment protection areas knowledge

Legislation interpretation

Government knowledge

Stakeholder liaison

Staff management

C Class Licence

Job description

NSW Environment Protection Authority - Newcastle NSW

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
• Environment Officer Class 14
• Remuneration starting from $178,315 plus superannuation
• Enjoy employee benefits and flexible working options
• One ongoing and one temporary role up to 12 months available
• Roles are based in Newcastle, you must be able to live and work in Newcastle to be eligible for this role

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity available for two Manager Field Operations to join the NSW EPA. Combining operational leadership with strategic oversight, ensuring day-to-day service delivery is aligned with the EPA's broader objectives, statutory responsibilities, and community expectations. The Manager is accountable for driving performance, fostering collaboration across teams, and maintaining a proactive and responsive regulatory presence in the field. Manage Industry Assessments/Planning, Licensing & Permitting & Operational Coordination Units as a secondary responsibility if needs arise.

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. Knowledge of and experience in the implementation of current relevant environmental legislation, with demonstrated ability to interpret other environmental legislation.
• Solid understanding of government at a state and local level.
• Experience in liaising with a range of client/stakeholder groups to deliver environmentally sustainable outcomes, with a good understanding of the environmentally sustainable practices in industry, industry developments and strategies to meet the needs of industry.
• Experience in managing staff and setting priorities.
• Current C Class Australian Drivers Licence

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.

For more information about working at the EPA and what to expect in our recruitment processes, please read our Candidate Information Pack -Candidate Information Pack.pdf

Applications close

Tuesday 27 October 2026 at 11.55pm

Should you require further information about the role, please contact Greg Sheehy at ***********@epa.nsw.gov.au

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 #553385.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, please use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles, or contact our Aboriginal Employment Pathways team for a yarn.

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