Step into a fast-paced executive environment where your work drives better outcomes for Queensland’s environment and communities. As a Senior Program Officer in the Office of the Deputy Director-General (ODDG), Environmental Services and Regulation (ESR), you’ll ensure the smooth and effective operation of Queensland’s Environmental Regulator through coordination of executive advice, briefs and responses, managing urgent and emerging priorities, and ensuring critical work keeps moving across a complex and dynamic division.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, adapts quickly, and brings strong organisational skills, a high attention to detail and sound judgement. You’ll work across diverse subject areas from waste and mining to industry and development, while building strong relationships and contributing to meaningful outcomes for Queenslanders.

Job details

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift quickly and your work has real impact, this role offers the opportunity to contribute at the heart of Environmental Services and Regulation.

As a Senior Program Officer in the ODDG ESR, you'll play a key role in supporting executive decision-making and coordinating the division's most critical priorities.
Working closely with the Deputy Director-General, ESR's Senior Management Team and Executive Officer, you'll help ensure timely, high-quality advice and responses on complex and often emerging issues. This is a fast-paced environment where adaptability, sound judgement and attention to detail are essential.

What we're looking for
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality outputs
• Sound judgement, initiative and strong problem-solving capability
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise written materials
• Confidence building relationships and working with a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-performing team.

Why join us
This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the centre of a high-performing executive office, with exposure to senior decision-making and government processes, including Budget Estimates.

You'll enjoy
• Meaningful work that contributes to protecting Queensland's environment and delivering for the community
• A high level of variety across complex and interesting subject areas
• Opportunities to learn, grow and build your capability across government processes
• The chance to be part of a division that values respect, integrity and continuous improvement.

If you're looking for a role that will challenge you, build your capability and give you exposure to executive-level work, this is the opportunity to step up and make an impact, hit the “Apply Now” button!

Applications to remain current for 12 months.             

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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