PA, EA & Secretarial (Administration & Office Support)
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies. Join a world-class organisation and make a difference to the environmentThrive in a dynamic, supportive, collaborative and creative environmentRemunerations starting from $134,445 plus superannuationBenefits and flexibility recognising work isn't all you are passionate aboutOne Temporary role until 31 August 2025 available, with possibility for a recruitment pool for future vacancies to be created.Role location is negotiable but must be located in one of our NSW EPA OfficesThe Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity available to provide both strategic and operational advice to the EPA Operations Executive Director and senior leadership team, whilst providing leadership to the key administration functions that support a wide range of internal projects, coordination, resource management and finance administration for the division.
About You You will be an outcomes-focused passionate advocate for the EPA, with the ability to collaborate and influence across a wide range of stakeholders and partners. You recognise the importance of applying your commitment to timeliness, quality, service and proactivity to all things you are accountable for and enabling those you support and lead with this focus. You will coordinate and manage a range of special internal projects, as well as ensure there is a high level of service delivery across the division to meet key objectives.
You will act as the Executive point of contact for this Division; liaise with internal and external stakeholders and oversee executive and ministerial correspondence activity, briefing notes, submissions and reports, ensuring timely and accurate information and responses. You will also provide issues management and support, responding to emerging issues to ensure effective resolution with minimal risk to the division.
This is a supportive team that provides opportunities for professional development with a focus on continually improving and growing. The role is fast-paced and challenging, with the ability to deliver genuine improvements within the division and organisation.
About the Team The EPA has 5 divisions and our Corporate Affairs Branch with a focus on the various aspects of environmental protection and regulation and the prevention of harm to the environment and human health. Each division is led by an Executive Director and has an Executive Officer to manage their office.
This temporary role is in the Operations Division who oversees regulatory and compliance operations, including incident response and investigations across contaminated land management, waste, hazardous chemicals, radiation, forestry, gas operations and licensed activities, they manage key stakeholder interactions with regulated industry, other government departments, peak bodies, environmental and community groups.
You will also form part of the Executive Officer cohort who will share your passion for continuing to mature and improve the professional administrative services delivered as a key enabler of the EPA.
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.
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 current 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.
Why work for us? EPA staff are energised by our purpose and focused on the environment and we invite all our team members to: Be part of protecting what matters – be purpose led making a meaningful impact to the environment, economy and communities delivering for a better NSWDo more and be inspired together – be members of Passionate united teams who protect the environment and each other through care, trust and collaboration.Bring who you are and grow with us - we put People first creating a culture where everyone can be themselves, respecting and developing our diverse skills & aspirations and prioritising our safety and wellbeing.Some additional benefits to working for us include:
A competitive salary and leave entitlements, salary packaging to save tax, fitness passport and free & confidential counselling servicesOpportunities and pathways for learning and developing your skills with access to online and face to face training and mentoringOpportunities to make an impact and help shape the future for our environmentInteresting and challenging work aligning with personal values that allow you to reach your full potentialRecognition programsIn our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. The EPA supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.
For more information on the work we do at NSW EPA, go to www.epa.nsw.gov.au/your-environment
To Apply If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application. To be considered for this role you must include; a copy of your resume (no more than 4 pages) and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Please include what skills you would bring to the role and how your values align with the EPA's purpose and also indicate what EPA Office you would prefer to work in.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. If you are deemed as a recommended candidate following your interview, we will be inviting you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application. Our background checks may include, but are not limited to Reference Checks, National Police Checks, Working with Children and Medical Checks. The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across. Looking for more information or assistance in applying? Our Diversity team can assist to:
provide alternative formats to applymake adjustments to the recruitment processoffer information about workplace adjustments and support networksWe encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the DCCEEW Diversity team on (please include reference number) and also visit our site at
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