Policy Officer - Climate Change, Water, Air & Noise Policy & Regulation

Environment Protection Authority; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Compressed work week

On-the-job training

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

The Environment Protection Authority Victoria is seeking a Policy Officer - Climate Change, Water, Air & Noise Policy & Regulation to support the development and delivery of high-quality policy projects. You will translate research into clear regulatory outcomes.

Working under broad direction, you will engage stakeholders across government and industry, manage project plans, risks and reporting, and contribute to regulatory reform aligned with EPA's priorities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated policy analysis and research capability with strong written communication.
• Experience supporting or delivering policy, regulatory or public sector projects.
• Ability to provide timely, evidence-based advice to stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building within a cohesive team.
• Accountability, professionalism and transparency in delivering results.
• Curious and adaptable with willingness to test ideas and learn.

Responsibilities

• Deliver policy and regulation projects relating to climate change, water, air and noise.
• Conduct policy research and prepare briefs, reports and evidence-based advice.
• Support stakeholder engagement and regulatory reforms.
• Develop and monitor project plans, risks and issues for timely decisions.
• Contribute to regulatory positions and operational approaches.
• Create clear communications and guidance for stakeholders.

Skills

Policy analysis

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Accountability

Adaptability

Job description

Salary: VPS 4 - $100,894 to $114,476 + 12% superannuation

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands VIC 3008

About the Organisation

Ongoing, full-time role

Salary: VPS 4 - $100,894 to $114,476 + 12% superannuation

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands VIC 3008

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

As Policy Officer - Climate Change, Water, Air & Noise Policy & Regulation, you will support the development and delivery of high-quality policy and regulation projects, advice and initiatives aligned with EPA's strategic priorities. Working under broad direction, you will apply research and evidence to complex environmental policy issues and help translate regulatory reform into clear, practical outcomes.

This is an opportunity to contribute to policy that protects Victoria's environment and human health, while building effective partnerships across government, industry and the community.

In this role you will

• Deliver policy and regulation projects, advice and initiatives relating to climate change, water, air and noise.
• Conduct policy research and analysis and prepare briefs, reports, guidance and evidence-based advice.
• Support stakeholder engagement and the implementation of policy and regulatory reforms.
• Develop, monitor and report on project plans, risks and issues to support timely decision-making.
• Contribute to regulatory positions, instruments and operational approaches, including consideration of impacts and good regulatory practice.
• Develop clear communications, guidance and supporting materials for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills and experience

• Demonstrated policy analysis and research capability, with strong written communication and attention to detail.
• Experience supporting or delivering policy, regulatory or public sector projects, including planning, monitoring, risk management and evaluation.
• Ability to provide timely, evidence-based advice and communicate with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to contribute effectively in a cohesive team.
• A record of accountability, professionalism, persistence and transparency in delivering quality results.
• A curious and adaptable approach, with a willingness to test new ideas, learn and share knowledge.

For any enquiries relating to this role, please reach out to *******@epa.vic.gov.au

Need to know more?

All prospective employees will 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.