We are seeking an experienced regulatory professional to lead a small team delivering a compliance program for Marine Park permits and administer the Environmental Management Charge.

Marine Park permits help protect the Great Barrier Reef while enabling ecologically sustainable use. As Assistant Director Permits Compliance, you’ll lead a small team delivering a permits compliance program and administering the Environmental Management Charge.

You’ll bring regulatory experience to work that connects permit decisions with compliance outcomes. Working closely with internal compliance and application assessment teams, government agencies and Reef-dependent industries, you’ll help support effective regulation of activities in the Marine Park.

What you'll do

- Lead and support a small team to deliver quality outcomes in a productive, collaborative environment.
- Direct the permits compliance program and administration of the Environmental Management Charge.
- Improve the policies, strategies, procedures and systems that support consistent program delivery.
- Build effective working relationships across the Reef Authority and with the Queensland Government.
- Provide high-level advice and recommendations on permit compliance and Environmental Management Charge issues to senior management, legal advisers, investigators and stakeholders.
- Prepare clear briefs, reports, presentations and submissions to inform decisions.

What you'll bring
- Knowledge of contemporary compliance risk and enforcement strategies relevant to marine protected areas.
- A demonstrated ability to negotiate persuasively with partner agencies, stakeholders and client groups.
- Sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
- An adaptable approach to change and improvement, with the ability to align operational priorities with organisational objectives.
- Collaborative leadership, effective communication and a high standard of integrity and probity

For more information about this chance, please contact Julia Chandler, Director Environmental Assessment and Protection, Ph. 0447 682 ***

Why join the Reef Authority?

At the Reef Authority, you'll build a meaningful career while helping protect one of the world's most iconic natural assets. We offer a supportive,



flexible and purpose-driven workplace where your work has real impact.

You'll enjoy competitive APS employment conditions, including up to 15.4% employer superannuation, flexible working arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, professional development opportunities and a collaborative culture committed to protecting the Great Barrier Reef for future generations.

Essential Requirements

- Must hold or be able to obtain a Certificate IV in Government Investigations
- To be eligible for employment, candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
- The position requires a Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance. Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
- The successful candidate will be willing to provide identity documents and undergo an identity pre-employment check through a Document Verification Service.

Desirable qualifications or equivalent experience

- Experience in investigation activities within law enforcement, compliance or regulatory agencies.
- Administrative compliance experience.
- Be able to occasionally travel and work outside of core hours.

How to apply The Reef Authority is committed to authenticity and integrity in all recruitment activities. We want to understand who you are, your experiences, and what you bring to the role.

While you may use AI tools to assist with your application, your final submission must reflect your own voice, skills, and experiences.

Misrepresentation or unethical use of AI can compromise fairness and integrity and may result in removal from the process or other consequences. AI should be used to support (not replace) your authentic contribution.

Please ensure you read the instructions below and on the Position Description carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.

You will be required to prepare a response document (“pitch”)



in MSWord or PDF format using standard margins and size 11 Arial font.

Please prepare a ‘pitch’, as outlined in the Position Description, in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

1. how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to perform the duties and meet the technical and behavioural capabilities of the role.
2. any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
3. how you meet the eligibility requirements and qualifications for the position.

When crafting your response, we encourage you to review ‘Cracking the Code’ and the relevant Australian Public Service Work Level Standards which can be found on the Australian Public Service Commission website: www.apsc.gov.au.

Please complete your application online and provide:

- your ‘pitch’ (as described above and in the position description).
- proof of Australian citizenship (an Australian Passport or Australian Birth Certificate)
- a current curriculum vitae (resume)

PLEASE NOTE: - The panel may not consider additional information such as a cover letter or content exceeding the page limit.

Notes

- The current position is ongoing however through this process may create a merit pool to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions that become available within the next 18 months.
- We do not accept unsolicited résumés from recruitment agencies.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme, you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job.

For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Eligibility

Employment with the Reef Authority is subject to:

- Conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999.
- Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) granting a security clearance at the required level.
- Evidence of citizenship status.
- Evidence of qualifications required of the role.
- Evidence of a completed national police-check with no risks identified by the Reef Authority.
- The CEO of the Reef Authority, or their Delegate, approving a Notice of Engagement.
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📌 Assistant Director Permits Compliance (Townsville)
🏢 Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
📍 Townsville