Job Description

Director Investigations & Compliance
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
• Remuneration starting from $233,641 to max $258,587 SORT range including superannuation
• One ongoing role available
• Benefits and flexibility recognising work isn’t all you are passionate about
• Role based in our Parramatta Office

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a director to join the EPA to lead the EPA's investigation and compliance team.

About you

You will be a purpose driven, outcomes focused, collaborative and passionate advocate for the environment, communities and NSW EPA. You will lead the EPA's approach to local government, industry, community and stakeholder engagement, representing the EPA and delivering key priorities, partnerships, and insights.

You will lead proactive, intelligence-driven investigations, environmental compliance and waste levy audit teams for the EPA. This role will oversee highly specialised and geographically dispersed teams to provide high quality, expert advice and guidance to the NSW EPA on investigative processes and protocols. Develop systems, policies and procedures that support major investigation, compliance and regulatory responses to complex or sensitive matters.

About the team

For more information read the full Role Description – Director Investigations & Compliance - Band 1 - Role Description - Specific - 50050209 - March 2026.docx

About us

The NSW Environment Protection Authority is committed to a sustainable future as the environmental regulator for our state.

Our people are proud custodians of NSW’s natural environment. We partner with First Nations, regulated industries and the wider community to protect and restore our diverse ecosystems.

We bring our 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 a changing climate, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future

Why work for us

EPA people are energised by our purpose and focussed on the environment and we invite all our team members to:

• Be part of protecting what matters – be purpose led making a meaningful impact to the environment, economy and communities delivering for a better NSW
• Do more and be inspired together – be members of passionate united teams who protect the environment and each other through care, trust and collaboration.
• Bring who you are and grow with us - we put people first creating a culture where everyone can be themselves, respecting and developing our diverse skills & aspirations and prioritising our safety and wellbeing.

Some additional benefits to working for us include:

• A competitive salary and leave entitlements, salary packaging to save tax, fitness passport and free & confidential counselling services
• Opportunities and pathways for learning and developing your skills with access to online and face to face training and mentoring
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities to make an impact and help shape the future for our environment
• Interesting and challenging work aligning with personal values that allow you to reach your full potential
• Recognition programs

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. The EPA supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

The EPA is an independent statutory authority which sits within the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)

For more information on the work we do at NSW EPA, go to www.epa.nsw.gov.au/your-environment

To apply

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

Applications close: 11:55pm Tuesday 23 June 2026

Should you require further information about the role, please contact Stephen Beaman on Stephen.beaman@epa.nsw.gov.au

Good to know

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

If you are deemed as a recommended candidate following your interview, we will be inviting you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application.

Our background checks may include, but are not limited to Reference Checks, National Police Checks, Working with Children and Medical Checks. The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across.

Capability application tool

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Our commitment to diversity and flexibility

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

For more information about the benefits of working at the EPA, including information around flexible working arrangements, please visit Our Careers Page

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. We can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer here for more information.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au or contacting Elizabeth Eglitis at Elizabeth.Eglitis@epa.nsw.gov.au - please mention reference number Req # 550844.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.