Unit Head Programs - Sydney, Australia - NSW Government -Environment Protection Authority

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Unit Head Partnerships

_ Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_:

  • Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies._
  • Join a world class organisation and make a difference to the environment
  • Thrive in a supportive, collaborative and creative environment
  • Remuneration ranges from $137,047 to $150,409 plus superannuation
  • Benefits and flexibility recognising work isn't all you are passionate about
  • Ongoing role based in Parramatta

The opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity available for an effective leader to join the EPA.

You will be leading a supportive and results driven team, overseeing the development and implementation of partnerships, programs and projects that drive improved environmental outcomes across NSW through collaboration with local government, business, and the community.


About you

  • A creative and innovative mindset with the ability to identify and develop collaborative partnerships with a range of stakeholder groups to achieve great sustainability outcomes
  • Knowledge and experience in the implementation of programs across a range of stakeholders including the waste and recycling industry, local government, the notforprofit sector and the community
  • A good understanding of the sustainability practices within industry, local government and the community and developing strategies to meet their needs within the context of government priorities
  • Experience in managing staff and setting priorities

About the team
For more information read the full role description - Unit Head Programs


About us
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is the state's primary environmental regulator.

We protect the community and our environment and are committed to maintaining and enhancing the liveability of NSW by preventing harm to human health and the environment.

The EPA focuses on enabling healthy environments, economies and communities.


We work with communities, government and business to reduce impact on the environment, and hold people and organisations to account through licensing, monitoring, regulation and enforcement.

We lead in protecting our air, waterways, land and the health of the community for the future.


Why work for us?
EPA people are energised by our purpose and focussed on the environment and we invite all our team members to:

  • Be part of protecting what matters
  • be purpose led making a meaningful impact to the environment, economy and communities delivering for a better NSW
  • Do more and be inspired together be members of passionate united teams who protect the environment and each other through care, trust and collaboration.
  • Bring who you are and grow with us we put people first creating a culture where everyone can be themselves, respecting and developing our diverse skills & aspirations and prioritising our safety and wellbeing.

Some additional benefits to working for us include:

  • A competitive salary and leave entitlements, salary packaging to save tax, fitness passport and free & confidential counselling services
  • Opportunities and pathways for learning and developing your skills with access to online and face to face training and mentoring
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Opportunities to make an impact and help shape the future for our environment
  • Interesting and challenging work aligning with personal values that allow you to reach your full potential
  • Recognition programs
The EPA is an independent statutory authority which sits within the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.


To apply

Applications close:
Monday 27 March 2023 at 11:55pm


Good to know


A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.


Our background checks may include, but are not limited to Reference Checks, National Police Checks, Working with Children and Medical Checks.

The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across.


Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our Diversity team can assist to:

  • provide alternative formats to apply
- make adjustments to the recruitment process
- offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

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