The Environment Protection Environment Protection Authority, located within the Environment, Land and Technical Regulations Branch, Access Canberra is seeking a Professional Officer Grade 2, to assist in environmental protection management with a primary focus on land contamination. Access Canberra works across many different regulatory and customer service areas to support the delivery of regulatory reform and red tape reduction, drive government priorities, and implement new initiatives. We actively engage in a risk and harm approach to compliance across a broad range of industry sectors to build a strong economy, safe community and sustainable environment. The Environmental Protection Authority sits within Access Canberra and is based out of the Dickson Office Block on Northbourne Avenue, we offer: Interesting and fulfilling work in a unique government environment where you can see the impact you have on the Canberra community. The opportunity to work with passionate, innovative, and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop your interests and expertise. A flexible workplace with brand new, state of the art accommodation enabling activity-based work in a fun and creative environment. The Office of the Environment Protection Authority consists of four teams. This position is within the Environmental Quality Team. The team comprises specialists in a range of environmental protection matters including environmental planning, air quality, hazardous materials contaminated site and waste management and the use of agricultural, veterinary and industrial chemicals. The Environmental Quality team is responsible for administering and ensuring compliance with the Environment Protection Act and Regulation, focusing on environmental authorisations, reviews, planning referrals and inspections to deter people causing negative impacts on the environment. Team members participate in local and national initiatives and working groups related to their areas of expertise and implement National Environmental Protection Measures and National Environmental Management Plans within the Territory. Professional / Technical Skills and Knowledge Demonstrated capacity for research, investigation, analysis and the provision of concise environmental advice. Sound understanding and experience in environment management and protection as it relates to air, land and water quality, in particular contaminated sites. Effective coordination and liaison skills and the ability to represent the Office of the Environment Protection Authority in a variety of forums. Highly developed oral and written communication skills including the capacity to represent the agency and the Territory. Demonstrated understanding of the application of environmentally relevant legislation. Ability to undertake environmental investigations, write reports and assist in prosecutions. Behavioural Capabilities Sound judgement, initiative, and ability to work under limited supervision and to report accurately on tasks performed. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and successfully manage multiple priorities and demands, in a dynamic, complex, and diverse environment. Commitment to ACTPS values, Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and to workplace health, safety and wellbeing. Provide concise evidence of your skills, knowledge and behaviours against the duties above and the ACTPS Shared Capability Framework. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Mandatory Relevant tertiary qualifications such as: An appropriate degree or diploma from a tertiary institution, or Eligibility for membership/registration with an appropriate professional body, or Other comparable appropriate qualifications relevant to the position Current ACT or equivalent Class C driver’s licence Desirable Previous experience in a regulatory compliance function or office Experience in an environmental protection role or planning function Relevant qualifications and/or experience in investigations and compliance such as: a Certificate IV in government investigations. Notes: Selection may be based on application only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. This position is in a workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers do not have a designated workstation/desk. A mix of working from home and office-based work is expected for this position. A suitable office space at home is highly desirable, along with capacity to work in the Dickson Office Building as needed for meetings and other face-to-face work. Most staff are present in the office two-to-three days per week. How to Apply: Applications are sought from potential candidates and should include: A supporting statement (no more than three pages) that addresses each criterion under the ‘Selection Criteria (Capabilities)’ heading in the Position Description. Curriculum vitae. Contact details of at least two referees Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. City and Environment City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate. LI-DNI