Environmental, Earth & Geosciences (Science & Technology)
Government - State (Government & Defence)
Full time
$101,285 to $107,078 + 11.5% superannuation
About Us
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is South Australia's independent environment protection regulator. The organisation works to protect, restore and improve the environment through the risk-based regulation of pollution, waste, noise and radiation. The EPA works closely with industry, the community and government to protect the unique natural environment while supporting economic growth and improving wellbeing. The EPA is responsible for the administration of the Environment Protection Act 1993 (EP Act) and the Radiation Protection and Control Act 2021 (RPC Act) and also exercises responsibilities under other South Australian planning and environmental legislation.
About the Role
The Senior Planning Adviser is responsible for the assessment of development applications focusing on greenhouse gas (GHG) mitigation and climate change adaptation and includes working with proponents and their consultants. As part of the EPA's legislated commitment to addressing climate change, the position will work closely with other EPA climate change policy and technical staff across the EPA to assist in assessing the environmental, social and economic aspects of proposals.
The Senior Planning Adviser assists in the development and implementation of a climate change focused Environment Protection Policy (EPP) under the EP Act, by providing planning advice on climate change assessments. This position may also assist with the coordination and assessment of 'impact assessed' and Crown development applications referred to the EPA in accordance with the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and assist with the provision of pre-lodged development application advice.
What the EPA Offers
The EPA boasts a range of different flexible working arrangements which include flexitime (flexible start and finish times), working from home, compressed weeks and purchased leave. The EPA understands that there is more to life than working and as such prioritise people first. We want our employees to feel that their working needs will be met in this modern and ever-evolving working landscape.
Essential Qualification
A degree in science, engineering, natural resources, environmental management, land use planning or equivalent.
Remuneration
PO3 ($101,285 to $107,078) + 11.5% superannuation paid to your choice of super fund.
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online. Please submit a covering letter of no more than 1500 words describing your suitability for the role by addressing the selection criteria in the Role Statement. Please also include a current curriculum vitae with three (3) referees, a Pre-Employment Declaration, and a copy of your qualification/s as required in the Role Statement.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
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