Senior Project Officer, Environmental Assessment

The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security (DEPWS) was established with a clear vision that the Northern Territory's natural assets are managed sustainably for the benefit of all. Its purpose is to provide evidence-based advice and regulation to support sustainable use of the Northern Territory's natural resources, and protect and present its wildlife, parks and reserves.

The Environment Division is responsible for managing the regulatory framework to reduce impacts on the Territory's environment, and to support the Minister for Environment, Climate and Water Security in performing statutory functions. The Environmental Assessment Unit also supports the independent- Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority (NT EPA) to administer the environmental impact assessment process.

As Senior Project Officer your primary objective is to support the timely and high quality delivery environmental impact assessment of development proposals in accordance with the Environment Protection Act 2019 and Environment Protection Regulations 2020. You will do this by researching or procuring critical evidence-based analysis and/or strategic advice; working collaboratively with others to develop technical solutions; and developing environmental protection policies, guidance and strategies related to impact assessment. In this role, you will be central to the administration of contemporary environmental protection legislation.

If the phrase 'ecologically sustainable development' means something more to you than a nice headline and you are serious about protecting the environment for future generations, then this is the job for you.

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary package including 6 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, 17% annual leave loading, negotiable flexible work arrangements, paid study assistance and an opportunity to experience the uniqueness of living in the Northern Territory.