We have two opportunities for Field Operations Officers to join the EPA and help protect our environment and support positive outcomes for the community.

You’ll undertake a diverse range of regulatory activities, applying EPA legislation to address environmental issues and support compliance across your assigned area. The role also provides opportunities to contribute to industry assessments and planning, licensing and permitting, and operational coordination, depending on operational priorities.

If you’re looking for a varied regulatory role where your work can make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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 setting 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.

Please note that it is an essential requirement of this role for the successful candidate to have a Current Australian C Class Driver's Licence.

This role closes on : 11:55 pm, Sunday 25 October 2026

📌 Field Operations Officer (Newcastle)
🏢 NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA)
📍 Newcastle