Environmental Operations Officer – Talent Pool

Do you want to protect future generations?

Protect tomorrow together at the NSW EPA

• Talent Pool creation for future temporary and ongoing roles over the next 18 months
• Environment Officer Class 8, remuneration starting from $115,817 plus superannuation
• Roles to be based in approved EPA offices across NSW
• Join a purpose-led organisation and make a difference to the environment and our community

The opportunity

The EPA is building talent pools for our most highly recruited roles for future opportunities within our agency. We are looking for passionate and talented individuals to apply for our Operations Officer roles.

The Operations Officer will undertake diverse day-to-day tasks relating to the application of EPA legislative responsibilities in assigned regulatory area/s involving major issues affecting the EPA, and activities relating to other regulatory functional areas, as required by EPA operational priorities.

About you

An EPA Operations Officer must have:

• A 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 & environmental planning.
• Knowledge and experience in applying current relevant environmental legislation, with demonstrated ability to interpret other environmental legislation.
• A current and valid NSW driver’s licence.

For more information read the full Role Description – Operations Officer

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. Join us on our mission to protect tomorrow together.

For more information, please visit our website at www.epa.nsw.gov.au

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.

Applications close: Sunday 10 August 2025 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Julian Thompson at Julian.Thompson@epa.nsw.gov.au

Good to know

If you are appointed to a role after being placed on the talent pool, we will be inviting you to complete various background checks before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application. This may include but is not limited to Reference Checks and National Police Checks.

Capability application tool

The capability application tool helps job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. To access the tool please click here.

Our commitment to diversity and flexibility

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

For more information about the benefits of working at the EPA, including information around flexible working arrangements, please visit Our Careers Page.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

We can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au or contacting Demi Katsoulas on 02 9995 5499 or demi.katsoulas@epa.nsw.gov.au - please mention reference number 544199.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

For more information on reasonable adjustments to recruitment processes, please click here.