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Agency Department of Environment, Parks and Work unit Environmental Operations
Water Security
Job title Manager Environmental Operations Designation Senior Professional Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $128,551 - $143,611 Location Darwin
Position number 46174 RTF 303148 Closing 15/0+/2026
Contact officer Ben McTavish on 08 8+46 1460 or ben.mctavish@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://depws.nt.gov.au/ or https://ntepa.nt.gov.au /
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=303148
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or
job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go
to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go
to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
To protect the environment through effectively administering the Territory’s environmental legislation, including the Environment
Protection Act 201+ , the Waste Management and Pollution Control Act 1++8 , the Water Act 1++2, Petroleum (Environment) Regulations
2016 and the Environment Protection (Beverage Containers and Plastic Bags) Act 2011 across a range of activities and industries in
the Northern Territory.
Context statement
The Environment Division in the Department of Environment Parks and Water Security (DEPWS) is responsible for managing the
regulatory framework to reduce impacts of waste and pollution on the Territory’s environment, and to support the Northern
Territory Environment Protection Authority (NT EPA) in performing its statutory functions.
This role is required to step into existing Manager Environmental Operations roles to cover periods of leave.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead a team to administer the Territory’s environmental legislation in line with the NT EPA’s Statement of Intent, and
Environment Division’s Business Plan and Compliance and Enforcement Policy.
2. Manage, develop and allocate staff and resources, including budget, to deliver environmental assessment or compliance and
enforcement functions.
3. Oversee the delivery of environmental and scientific advice to the NT EPA, government, industry and the public.
4. Prepare, review and coordinate briefings, reports and other material on environmental matters within statutory timeframes.
5. Prepare, review and coordinate development of supporting documentation including environmental guidelines, codes of
practice, procedures and fact sheets relating to environmental assessment and regulation.
6. Cultivate and maintain relationships with other teams, divisions, key stakeholders and industry.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. A degree relevant to one or more of the following disciplines: chemical, physical, geological, hydrological, environmental and
biological sciences, engineering, law, forensic science or auditing or equivalent.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in the management and regulation of environmental issues within the context
of existing legislation and policies.
3. Experience in managing individual and team performance by effective allocation of resources, feedback and
mentoring/developing staff.
4. Highly developed and accurate oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including effective negotiation skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgement and provide strategic advice on complex and contentious issues.
6. Proven significant experience in one or more of the following: environmental assessment, environmental management (e.g. air,
water, contaminated land, waste), environmental auditing, environmental compliance and enforcement, regulatory
investigations or development of regulatory instruments or guidance material.
7. An understanding of Work Health and Safety matters or the ability to acquire knowledge within a short period.
8. Capacity to work outside of normal work hours, including regional and remote travel, and holding a drivers licence.
Desirable
1. Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) or similar and experience in all aspects of regulatory investigations.
2. Experience implementing government regulation in a relevant industry, such as mining, petroleum, waste or process industries.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Job description
Agency Department of Environment, Parks and Work unit Environmental Operations
Water Security
Job title Manager Environmental Operations Designation Senior Professional Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $128,551 - $143,611 Location Darwin
Position number 46174 RTF 303148 Closing 15/0+/2026
Contact officer Ben McTavish on 08 8+46 1460 or ben.mctavish@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://depws.nt.gov.au/ or https://ntepa.nt.gov.au /
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=303148
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or
job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go
to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go
to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
To protect the environment through effectively administering the Territory’s environmental legislation, including the Environment
Protection Act 201+ , the Waste Management and Pollution Control Act 1++8 , the Water Act 1++2, Petroleum (Environment) Regulations
2016 and the Environment Protection (Beverage Containers and Plastic Bags) Act 2011 across a range of activities and industries in
the Northern Territory.
Context statement
The Environment Division in the Department of Environment Parks and Water Security (DEPWS) is responsible for managing the
regulatory framework to reduce impacts of waste and pollution on the Territory’s environment, and to support the Northern
Territory Environment Protection Authority (NT EPA) in performing its statutory functions.
This role is required to step into existing Manager Environmental Operations roles to cover periods of leave.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead a team to administer the Territory’s environmental legislation in line with the NT EPA’s Statement of Intent, and
Environment Division’s Business Plan and Compliance and Enforcement Policy.
2. Manage, develop and allocate staff and resources, including budget, to deliver environmental assessment or compliance and
enforcement functions.
3. Oversee the delivery of environmental and scientific advice to the NT EPA, government, industry and the public.
4. Prepare, review and coordinate briefings, reports and other material on environmental matters within statutory timeframes.
5. Prepare, review and coordinate development of supporting documentation including environmental guidelines, codes of
practice, procedures and fact sheets relating to environmental assessment and regulation.
6. Cultivate and maintain relationships with other teams, divisions, key stakeholders and industry.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. A degree relevant to one or more of the following disciplines: chemical, physical, geological, hydrological, environmental and
biological sciences, engineering, law, forensic science or auditing or equivalent.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in the management and regulation of environmental issues within the context
of existing legislation and policies.
3. Experience in managing individual and team performance by effective allocation of resources, feedback and
mentoring/developing staff.
4. Highly developed and accurate oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including effective negotiation skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgement and provide strategic advice on complex and contentious issues.
6. Proven significant experience in one or more of the following: environmental assessment, environmental management (e.g. air,
water, contaminated land, waste), environmental auditing, environmental compliance and enforcement, regulatory
investigations or development of regulatory instruments or guidance material.
7. An understanding of Work Health and Safety matters or the ability to acquire knowledge within a short period.
8. Capacity to work outside of normal work hours, including regional and remote travel, and holding a drivers licence.
Desirable
1. Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) or similar and experience in all aspects of regulatory investigations.
2. Experience implementing government regulation in a relevant industry, such as mining, petroleum, waste or process industries.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manager Environmental Operations position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Darwin offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
