Are you a highly skilled individual experienced in environmental planning and protection and regulatory enforcement outcomes? If so, you could help make a difference as a valued member of the Office of the Environment Protection Authority (EPA). Access Canberra works across many different regulatory and customer service areas to support the delivery of regulatory reform and red tape reduction, drive government priorities, and implement new initiatives. We use a risk and harm approach to secure regulatory compliance through a broad range of enforcement tools aimed at those not doing the right thing to protect our community. EPA sits within Access Canberra and is based out of the Dickson Office Block on Northbourne Avenue, we offer: Interesting and fulfilling work in a unique government environment where you can see the impact you have on the Canberra community. The opportunity to work with passionate, innovative, and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop your interests and expertise. A flexible workplace with brand new, state of the art accommodation enabling activity-based work in an enjoyable and creative environment. The Environmental Quality Team is one of four teams within EPA and comprises specialists to deliver a range of environment protection matters including environmental planning, air quality, hazardous materials, contaminated sites, waste management, and the use of agricultural, veterinary, and industrial chemicals. The team is responsible for administering and ensuring compliance with the Environment Protection Act and Regulation, focusing on environmental authorisations, reviews, planning referral input, and inspections to deter people causing negative impacts on the environment. Team members participate in local and national initiatives and working groups related to their areas of expertise and implement National Environmental Protection Measures and National Environmental Management Plans within the Territory. Applications are invited to fill the full-time, temporary vacancy for up to 12 months with the possibility of extension for the role of Director, Strategic Regulation - Environmental Quality available as soon as possible. This position will play a pivotal role within EPA by strategically managing environmental planning, protection, and regulatory enforcement on critical cross-Government projects. In addition to coordinating consideration of environmental authorisations and agreements, a central function to this role will be collaboration across intergovernmental agencies to deliver integrated and forward-thinking solutions. As a senior leader within EPA, this role is responsible for guiding and empowering staff to apply regulatory outcomes consistent with the Access Canberra Compliance Framework, building a culture of continuous improvements and fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. Please see the attached Position Description for further information about the role. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Visa holders are eligible to apply for both permanent and temporary roles. Those with eligible visas may be considered for permanent employment, while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas. Current ACT or equivalent Driver’s licence is essential. Relevant qualifications and/or experience in environment, natural resources, compliance, and/or enforcement, especially landfill rehabilitation would be highly desirable. Relevant qualifications and/or experience in territory planning processes to facilitate land release and territory plan adjustments would be highly desirable. Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of extension. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. A Merit Pool may be established from this selection process and used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. This position is based within a workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers do not have a designated workstation/desk. How to Apply: Applications should include the following. A statement of no more than two pages addressing the ‘Selection Criteria’ section of the Position Description. A current curriculum vitae. Contact details of at least two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act. City and Environment City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of extension.
