Senior Administration Officer

Protect tomorrow together at the NSW EPA

• Join a purpose-led organisation and make a difference to the environment and our community
• Work on issues that matter in a supportive, collaborative and creative environment
• Remuneration starting from $115,817 plus superannuation
• Benefits and flexibility recognising work isn’t all you are passionate about
• One ongoing role available
• Role based in Parramatta

We have an exciting opportunity available for a senior administration professional to join the NSW EPA. The Senior Administration Officer oversees the provision of administrative and project support services to facilitate the delivery of business operations to agreed standards, and acts as a subject matter expert for financial, human resources and procurement related activities.

You are highly organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities whilst leading a small team in the delivery of consistent and high quality support.

To be successful in this role, you will be:

• A highly organised operator who can manage high volumes of requests, and has the ability to transform information into concise and timely responses/communications
• A calm and structured multitasker who can balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment and use sound judgement to prioritise and meet key deadlines
• A supportive team leader who provides clear direction, sets priorities and creates an environment for people to grow and succeed
• A proactive problem solver who can identify opportunities to improve processes and drive more efficient, consistent ways of working
• Able to exercise discretion, judgement and maintain confidentiality
• Experienced in working closely and collaboratively with senior leadership team members

This role sits in the Divisional Coordination team of the Engagement, Digital & Innovation Division. The Divisional Coordination team is responsible for the delivery of administrative support to the senior leadership team as well as broader divisional support and coordination functions relative to correspondence/briefings, project, travel, meetings and finance/procurement.

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As the environmental steward and regulator of our State we are committed to a sustainable future.

Our people are proud to play a role in protecting the environment of NSW. We partner with Aboriginal people, industry and the wider community to protect, restore and enhance our diverse ecosystems.

We bring scientific expertise, experience and actions to inspire innovative solutions as we transition our state to a circular economy.

As we respond to urgent current issues, including climate change, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future.

Join us on our mission to protect tomorrow together.

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

As part of your application, you will be required to provide a response to the following question:

• Please tell us about your experience in working closely with senior executives and what, if any, key strengths or strategies have you derived from these interactions.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Amber O’Hara at amber.o'hara@epa.nsw.gov.au

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.

If you are deemed as a recommended candidate following your interview, we will be inviting you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application.

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.

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We can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks. 

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au and please mention reference number 550634. 

Advertised: 27 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 10 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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