About the Role

The Manager Waste and Contamination will manage the human, physical, financial and information resources of the Waste and Contamination branch to ensure waste, including controlled waste and wastewater and, contaminated land are regulated in accordance with the Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act 1994, other relevant legislation, and Government policy.

The Manager will also:

• Ensure compliance and enforcement actions are undertaken in accordance with relevant EPA policy, guidelines and standards.
• Work with various industries, particularly those managing waste, wastewater or contaminated land.
• Provide strategic policy and authoritative professional advice on best practice environmental management and regulatory issues.
• Represent EPA on high level committees at State and National levels.

This is a permanent position located in Devonport, Launceston or Hobart.

Our ideal candidate

• Has expertise in in administering legislation and environmental regulation, particularly for industrial waste and wastewater activities, and contaminated land.
• Can exercise initiative and judgement when providing timely, high-level advice to senior management.
• Demonstrates senior management capability to support performance and development of staff.
• Has a degree or equivalent qualification relevant to the nature of the work to be undertaken.

We offer

• An opportunity to contribute to EPA’s vision of a clean, healthy and sustainable Tasmania.
• Permanent position based in Devonport, Launceston or Hobart.
• Competitive salary, 12.0% superannuation contribution and salary sacrificing options.
• Excellent leave entitlements (plus paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year).

About us

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is committed to investing in its people to ensure a sustainable and successful organisation through a positive workplace culture and highly capable employees. We are committed to building a positive and proactive child safe culture to support child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about what flexibility could look like for you.

How to apply

1. Review the Statement of Duties
2. Click the "Apply" button. Alternatively, you can apply via jobs.tas.gov.au.
3. Complete the application form.
4. Upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties.
5. Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via recruitment@nre.tas.gov.au.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Closing date

Applications close on 8 October 2025 at 10.55pm (AEST).

For more information please contact:

Cindy Ong
Director (Environmental Regulation)
Cindy.Ong@epa.tas.gov.au
0439 184 633