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NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Field Operations Officer

Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia +1

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Location
Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia · Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
Work
Not stated
Employment
Full-time
Level
Not stated
Function
Operations
Pay
From A$119.3K a year (read from the ad)
Posted
2 days ago

About the role

Field Operations 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
  • Multiple ongoing and temporary roles available
  • Roles are based in Parramatta or Wollongong

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity available for multiple Field Operations Officers to join the NSW EPA. You will be Undertaking diverse day-to-day tasks relating to the application of EPA legislative responsibilities in assigned regulatory area/s involving major issues affecting the EPA, and activities relating to other regulatory functional areas, as required by EPA operational priorities.

Undertake Industry Assessments/Planning, Licensing & Permitting & Operational Coordination Units as a secondary responsibility if needs arise.

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.
  • Knowledge and experience in applying current relevant environmental legislation, with demonstrated ability to interpret other environmental legislation.
  • Current C Class Australian Drivers Licence

For more information about the role, please read the Role Description – Field Operations Officer - EO8 - Role Description - Generic - March 2026 (1).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.

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.

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

Applications close: Thursday 10 November 2026 at 11.55pm

Should you require further information about the role, please contact David Gathercole at david.gathercole@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 #553488.

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.

Source

Posted by NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water on their own hiring page, careers.pageuppeople.com. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 06 Nov 2026 23:35 UTC; the original is the reference.

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