Job Description

Campaigns Officer

Do you want to protect future generations?

Protect tomorrow together at the NSW EPA

• Join a purpose-led organisation and make a difference to the environment and our community
• Environment Officer Class 8
• Remuneration starting from $119,292 plus superannuation
• Enjoy employee benefits and flexible working options
• One ongoing role available
• Role based in Parramatta

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Campaigns Officer to join the NSW Environment Protection Authority.

In this role, you will undertake a diverse range of day-to-day activities supporting the EPA’s legislative responsibilities across assigned regulatory areas. You will contribute to work involving major issues affecting the EPA, as well as activities across other regulatory functions and respond to operational priorities as required.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Sound understanding of the relevant policies, practices and legislative requirements that govern the EPA’s operations.
• Knowledge and experience in of one or more environment protection areas, including: air, water, noise, waste, chemicals, hazardous materials, radiation & environmental planning.
• Knowledge and experience in applying current relevant environmental legislation, with demonstrated ability to interpret other environmental legislation.

Please note that it is an essential requirement of this role for the successful candidate to have a Current Australian C Class Driver's Licence.

About the team

This role sits within the Regulatory Operations Division, which leads a unified, end-to-end regulatory approach across NSW through licensing, proactive regulation, compliance and investigations.

You’ll join a passionate, high-performing team with a strong track record of delivering regulatory programs and compliance operations that protect air, water, land and community health.

For more information about the role, please read the Role Description - Campaigns Officer

About us

As the environmental steward and regulator of our State we are committed to a sustainable future.

Our people are proud to play a role in protecting the environment of NSW. We partner with Aboriginal people, industry and the wider community to protect, restore and enhance our diverse ecosystems.

We bring scientific expertise, experience and actions to inspire innovative solutions as we transition our state to a circular economy.

As we respond to urgent current issues, including climate change, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future.

Join us on our mission to protect tomorrow together.

To apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter (max 2 pages) expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

As part of your cover letter, you will be required to provide a response to the following question (max 1 page):

• Describe a project that you managed where there were obstacles to success. What did you do to overcome these obstacles?

For more information about working at the EPA and what to expect in our recruitment processes, please read our Candidate Information Pack

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 25 October, 2026

Should you require further information about the role, please contact Michaela Burgess at michaela.burgess@epa.nsw.gov.au

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

If you requier a reasonable adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au and please mention reference REQ # 553440.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, please use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles, or contact our Aboriginal Employment Pathways team for a yarn.

For more information on reasonable adjustments to recruitment processes, please click here.