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SalaryMonitoring Officer
- $82,101 to $ 88,336 salary range
- Hybrid working options
- Fixed term, Full time until June 30, 2023
- Immediate start.
- Macleod
As , we set and implement environmental standards to help ensure all Victorians can enjoy clean air, healthy waterways and pollutant-free land.
Benefits of working with the EPA:
- Contribute to the protection of Victoria's environment and our people's health
- A focus on work/life balance and development opportunities
- A diverse and inclusive workplace with many career pathways
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangement options
This is an exciting role for a scientist that wants to contribute to the success of the EPA as it enters a new era of environmental protection in Victoria. Working under direction of Incident Monitoring Coordinator, you will support the delivery of capability uplift in EPA's regional units which will enhance the way they conduct in-field screening for air, water, and soil contaminants to rapidly understand environmental impacts. The role will support capability uplift across all environmental monitoring capabilities at EPA.
Duties
- Support the delivery of capability uplift for response to emergencies to enable EPA to provide rapid response monitoring and investigation for air, water and contaminated land
- Support the development, improvement, and delivery of EPA's Incident Monitoring technical training programs to build staff capability across the EPA and emergency services.
- Support the deployment of equipment by assisting in the maintenance, calibration, servicing, and repairs of EPA's equipment and fleet, in line with EPA's emergency response protocols.
- Work closely with the Incident Coordination Unit to ensure monitoring services are available and can be rapidly deployed in response to incidents and emergencies.
- A relevant tertiary degree and/or post graduate qualifications in applied science/engineering or environmental science or a related science discipline is desirable.
- A current driver's licence.
- Ability to use, maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot scientific equipment and general laboratory facilities
- Knowledge of techniques to monitor the environment
- A broad understanding of environmental regulation as it relates to pollution and waste is desirable.
Click the ”Apply” button to submit your resume and cover letter. Applications close 15 December.
EPA encourages applications from First Nations Australians and people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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All queries in relation to this role should be directed to James Anderson Incident Monitoring Coordinator on 8458 2356.
Please note:
- Preferred candidates will be required to submit proof of compliance with EPA's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (two doses of COVID-19 vaccine plus at least one booster dose).
- You must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident (for ongoing roles) 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.
