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March 03, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Docklands, Australia
$113,022 - $124,884 AUD yearly

Please note: This position has been approved for Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. It is a designated position under the ‘purposeful measures’ section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for this position. Applications will be required to provide a completed Confirmation of Aboriginality form. 

 

Ongoing/ Full Time Position

Salary: VPS 5.1 $113,022 - $124,884  pa + 12% super

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands, 3008

 

About the Organisation 

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria’s environment and people. We work with community, industry and businesses. As the needs of Victorians change, we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors. 

We are a workplace committed to new ways of working, EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles. We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life. 

  

The EPA Experience 

  • See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand 
  • Range of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunities 
  • On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles 
  • Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options  

 

About the role: 

You will be responsible for providing Strategic advice, leadership and support across EPA to build and strengthen meaningful relationships and genuine partnerships with Traditional Owner groups, Aboriginal communities, and key stakeholders. You will require a proven record of development and execution of strategic initiatives that build and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with First Nations communities and key stakeholders.  You support and strengthen the EPA’s capacity as a culturally safe and inclusive organisation, and strategically network, support and advise on effective engagement and partnership with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victorians, aligned to EPA’s strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste.   

 

In this role you will:  

  • Provide strategic advice to effectively build relationships and partnerships with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victorians. . 
  • Identify emerging complex or highly sensitive issues, risks and trends impacting on the successful achievement of EPA’s strategic priorities to prevent harm to communities and the environment from pollution and waste and develop innovative solutions and options.
  • Maintain strong networks and relationships across state and local government agencies, business and community organisations, to support integrated approaches to working with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victorians.   
  • Deliver high-quality support and engagement across EPA to build relationships and partnerships with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victorians. 

 

Skills and experience: 

  • Demonstrated senior level experience in working effectively with diverse Traditional Owner groups and Aboriginal Victorians and ability to strengthen and build relationships and partnerships.  
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Victorian Aboriginal cultures and societies including Traditional Owner groups.  
  • A broad understanding of environmental regulation as it relates to pollution and waste is desirable.  
  • Ensure engagement approaches are culturally informed and inclusive, deliver clear and effective messaging across diverse channels, and provide tailored communication support for major projects and priorities within the First Nations Relationships Branch. 

 

To see the full position description: Click Here

 

How to apply 

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close on 11:59pm Wednesday, 18 March 2026 

Applicants Should Submit: 

  • Cover letter; addressing your experience, the key selection criteria, motivations, and suitability to the role. 
  • Resume; including contact details of two referees. 

For any enquiries relating to this role, please reach out to careers@epa.vic.gov.au 

 

Need to know more? 

All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of employment. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks and role related security clearances. 

EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment. We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment. 

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and genders.