About the role
The Section Manager (Northern Regulation) will manage the human, physical, financial, and information resources of the Northern Industrial Regulation Section, currently a team of eight.
The Section Manager will also:
- Work with various industries including renewables (windfarms), metallurgical and chemical processing, wood processing, food processing facilities, manufacturing and mining/ extractive sites.
- Provide strategic policy and authoritative qualified advice on best practice environmental management and regulatory issues.
- Implement and manage the statutory system for the regulation of environmentally significant matters and activities.
- Contribute to staff leadership, business planning, effective management, and future directions of the Branch.
This is a permanent position located in Devonport or Launceston.
Our ideal candidate
- Has expertise in the scientific and regulatory aspects of environmental management.
- Can exercise professional judgement in relation to environmentally significant matters.
- Has management experience and the ability to mentor staff and develop the team.
- Has a degree or equivalent qualification relevant to the nature of the work to be undertaken.
We offer
- An opportunity to contribute to EPA’s vision of a clean, healthy and sustainable Tasmania.
- Permanent position based in either Devonport or Launceston.
- Competitive salary, 12.0% superannuation contribution and salary sacrificing options.
- Excellent leave entitlements (plus paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year).
About us
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is committed to investing in its people to ensure a sustainable and successful organisation through a positive workplace culture and highly capable employees. We are committed to building a positive and proactive child safe culture to support child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an setting where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of versatile working arrangements. Talk to us about what flexibility could look like for you.
How to apply
1. Review the Statement of Duties
2. Click the Apply button. Alternatively, you can apply via jobs.tas.gov.au.
3. Complete the application form.
4. Upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties.
5. Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
6. Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.
7. If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via .
8. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Closing date
Applications close on 7 October 2025 at 10.55pm (AEST).
For more information please contact
Zoë Brown
Manager Industrial Regulation
Email:
Phone:
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📌 Section Manager (Northern Regulation) (707614)
🏢 Service Tasmania
📍 City of Devonport