Manager Risk & Governance

Manager Risk & Governance

Do you want to protect future generations?

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 $173,121 plus superannuation
• Benefits and flexibility recognising work isn’t all you are passionate about
• One ongoing role available
• Role based in Parramatta

The opportunity

As the Manager Risk & Governance, you will lead and oversee the NSW EPA’s enterprise risk management and governance functions. Working closely with the Chief Risk Officer and Executive Leadership Team, you will:

• Lead and coordinate enterprise risk management, working with senior executives and leaders to uplift risk identification and reporting through the provision of advice and reporting to the Executive Leadership Team, the Board and the Audit & Risk Committee.
• Maintain up-to-date and effective governance policies, procedures and systems, and a Corporate Policies Library, that supports an organisational culture of integrity and good practice risk management which is consistent with statutory and policy obligations.
• Manage reviews, assessments and provision of advice in relation to governance matters, external complaints, public interest disclosures, privacy and data breaches.
• Lead and coordinate organisational information compliance including GIPA, Standing order 52s and organisational responses to oversight and integrity agencies.
• Operate the Secretariat if the agency’s Crisis management Team and coordinate and lead the business continuity function for the organisation.

 About you

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

• Experience and understanding of governance, risk and ethical behaviour principles and practices. 
• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of governance frameworks and risk management strategies 
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to foster a high performing team and proven ability to deliver results in a challenging environment. 

About the team

The Risk and Governance team is responsible for enterprise risk management, governance, ethical behaviour and compliance, information access, records management, crisis management and business continuity.

The team maintains subject matter expertise in the EPA’s statutory and policy obligations across a diverse range of subject matters, and drives change to improve risk and governance organisational frameworks and practices. 

For more information read the full Role Description – Manager Risk & Governance

About us

The NSW Environment Protection Authority is committed to a sustainable future as the environmental regulator for our state.

Our people are proud custodians of NSW’s natural environment. We partner with First Nations, regulated industries and the wider community to protect and restore our diverse ecosystems.

We bring our 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 a changing climate, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy 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

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. The EPA supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

The EPA is an independent statutory authority which sits within the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)

For more information on the work we do at NSW EPA, go to www.epa.nsw.gov.au/your-environment

To apply

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.

In you cover letter (no more than 2 pages) please outline the value that you will bring to the NSW EPA and outline your experience and approach in fostering and leading high performing teams.

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 31 May 2026  

Should you require further information about the role please contact Larissa Kotlaroff, Director Governance Integrity and Risk at Larissa.kotlaroff@epa.nsw.gov.au

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.

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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Our commitment to diversity and flexibility 

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. We can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer here for more information.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number' in the subject.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, refer to our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our  Aboriginal Employment Pathways team for a yarn.