Principal Adviser, Site Contamination

Environment Protection Authority
Job reference: 586618
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneLong Term Contract- Up to 1 yearAbout 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 Principal AdviserSite Contamination is a trusted member of the Site Contamination Branch who works with professional independence and provides a key source of expert advice and opinion in relation to Site Contamination for the Environment Protection Authority (EPA). The Principal AdviserSite Contamination provides leadership with respect to the regulation of Site Contamination within South Australia.The Principal Adviser provides high quality professional advice, implements relevant statutory requirements of the Environment Protection Act 1993 (the Act) and works closely and effectively with the community, Site Contamination consultants and Site Contamination auditors, other government stakeholders and external stakeholders.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
Bachelor degree in science, engineering or other recognised degree level qualification that is related to Site Contamination.Remuneration
PO4 ($109,060 - $118,690 per annum) + 11% superannuation paid to your choice of super fund.Location
211 Victoria Square, Adelaide 5000Enquiries
Rebecca Hughes
Manager Site Contamination
Phone Enquiries: 08 8204 2066
Email Enquiries: Rebecca.Hughes@sa.gov.auApplication 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.
Applications close: 10/04/2024 11:00 PMAttachments:
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-Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.