Board Member – NSW Environment Protection Authority

About us 

As the environmental steward and regulator for NSW, the EPA is 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 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. 

The EPA is a statutory authority with an independent, expertise-based governing Board that oversees and monitors the EPA. Our Board members must collectively have skills and experience in environmental law and science and engineering; corporate, financial and risk planning and management; business; human health; compliance and regulation; local government; stakeholder engagement and communications; digital information and data management; and Aboriginal cultural values. 

There is currently one part-time Board role available, and we are seeking candidates with skills and experience relevant to the EPA Board and particularly welcome applications from those with skills and experience in the areas of: 

• environmental science or engineering  
• environmental law and  
• compliance and regulation  

The role 

Members of the Board will contribute to the long-term strategic planning of the EPA, including governance and oversight of the EPA’s strategic direction and performance, and providing expert advice and support to the Minister, Chair and CEO on any matter relating to the protection of the environment. 

Please review the EPA Board Member Duty Statement for further information about the role.

Remuneration 

$60,000 per annum 

About you 

You will have substantial skills and experience, supported by relevant qualifications, in one or more of the following areas outlined above.   

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to consult and influence at the highest levels of industry, government (including local government) and non-government sectors are essential.  

The competence to contribute to effective decision making in a Board context and a sound understanding of the regulatory environment and environmental legislation, would be highly desirable. High level senior leadership and/or board experience and governance credentials, through experience or training such as the AICD course, will be well regarded.

To apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. You must apply though the apply now button on iworkfornsw.gov.au  

For further information please email Jacinta.Rodham@epa.nsw.gov.au 

An information pack about the obligations of the EPA Board Member is available, please review this Board Member Information Pack prior to applying for the role.   

 
Closing Date: Sunday 12th July at 11:55pm