Job Description

Project 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
• Work on issues that matter in a supportive, collaborative and creative environment
• Remuneration starting from $101,880 plus superannuation
• Benefits and flexibility recognising work isn’t all you are passionate about
• One temporary role available from 13 July 2026 until 21 April 2028
• Role based in Parramatta or in approved EPA office location in NSW

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Project Officer to join the NSW EPA’s Contaminated Land Management Team within the Regulatory Practice & Services division.

This is an administration-based role that plays a key part in supporting the NSW EPA’s Accredited Site Auditor Scheme.

In this role, your regular duties will include

• Managing a high-volume email inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses
• Recording and maintaining documents in accordance with the EPA’s record management processes and systems
• Coordinating meetings, including securing a suitable venue, coordinating invites and managing logistics both in advance and on the day
• Tracking tasks and deadlines to ensure work is delivered on schedule
• Sending emails to internal and external stakeholders and drafting letters and other written documents
• Preparing accurate invoices and purchase orders using the EPA’s processes and systems
• Providing other administration support as needed

About you

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be able to effectively prioritise and manage your own workload
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills which will allow you to manage work tasks using a structured and systematic approach
• Have well developed computer skills and be proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams
• Be able to write emails, draft letters and prepare other written documents clearly
• Be willing to learn about the Site Auditor Scheme (no prior knowledge required)

About the team

The Contaminated Land Management Team is one of the EPA’s Technical Services teams. The team administers the NSW EPA’s site auditor scheme, provides technical contaminated land advice and support to staff across the EPA and to other NSW government agencies and leads on the development and update of technical contaminated land guidelines.

For more information read the full Project Officer - EO6 - Role Description.docx

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.

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: Wednesday 3 June 2026 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Anthea White at anthea.white@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.

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We can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au and please mention reference number 550478.

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