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 $ 119,292plus superannuation
Enjoy employee benefits and versatile 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.
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.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
If you require a reasonable adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at and please mention referenceREQ.
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.
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday, 14 October ****
Should you require further information about the role, please contact Heath Thatcher at
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