Job Description

Regulatory Policy & Practice 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 Regulatory Policy & Practice Officer to join the EPA. In this role, you will contribute to the development, improvement and delivery of regulatory practice frameworks, operational policies, guidance and other tools across the EPA.

You will play an important role in supporting the EPA to regulate environmental matters in an effective, consistent and credible way, helping to strengthen regulatory practice and outcomes across the organisation. The role requires balancing legislative requirements, operational realities, stakeholder expectations and government priorities to produce guidance that is both legally sound and practical for frontline regulators.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Working understanding of regulatory practices and frameworks.
• Project management experience with the ability to analyse complex issues, build consensus across diverse stakeholders, and produce clear, practical guidance
• General understanding of environmental protection frameworks and their application within a government context.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail
• Well developed written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationship across teams and with community stakeholders
• Sound judgement, initiative and a proactive approach to problem solving
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic operations environment

About the team

This role sits within the EPA’s Regulatory Practice and Services Division, which provides scientific and technical expertise, along with regulatory strategy, planning, and reporting to support effective environmental regulation, as well as incident and emergency response.

You will join a passionate, high-performing division with a strong track record in delivering regulatory practice, driving continuous improvement, and leading incident and emergency management and recovery. The team is united by a shared commitment to delivering meaningful environmental outcomes for the people of NSW.

For more information about the role, please read the Role Description - Regulatory Policy & Practice 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 application, you will be required to provide a response to the following question within your cover letter:

• This role involves working with a range of stakeholders to develop and improve operational guidance, tools and resources for authorised officers. Describe how your skills and experience would assist you in this work.

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, Wednesday, 14 October 2026

Should you require further information about the role, please contact Heath Thatcher at heath.thatcher@epa.nsw.gov.au

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

If you require 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 552374.

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.