OverviewOn behalf of the Environment Protection Authority (EPA), South Australias independent environment protection regulator, an exceptional opportunity is available for you to join as Director Science Services.This pivotal executive role places you at the heart of safeguarding South Australias unique natural environment, supporting sustainable development, and influencing policy at the highest levels. You will be instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of Water Science and Air, Noise and Radiation Science services, ensuring that scientific excellence underpins regulatory decisions that protect communities and ecosystems.As Director Science Services, you will shape South Australias environmental future by leading teams in water quality, air quality, noise control, and radiation safety. Youll provide expert advice, develop strategies for emerging risks, foster stakeholder partnerships, oversee projects, manage resources, and drive continuous improvement. Your role includes supporting staff wellbeing, ensuring compliance, promoting inclusivity, advocating evidence-based policies, and contributing to executive decisions. Youll represent the EPA at forums, share knowledge across disciplines, and champion sustainable outcomes for communities statewide.As a member of the Executive Team, you will be part of the EPAs leadership group, modelling positive culture and continuous improvement across the organisation, and driving organisation strategy.About the jobContract Type: PermanentSpecialism: GovernmentFocus: Senior ExecutiveIndustry: Public Sector and GovernmentWorkplace Type: HybridExperience Level: DirectorLocation: Adelaide CBDSalary: 3 Year Term Contract #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Director, Science Services