Location

Geelong (VIC)

Type

Permanent Full-Time (part time applicants will be considered)

Salary/Remuneration

Band 6 Commencing from $95,760 pa plus super (from 1 July 2025)

Flexible working options, including fortnightly or monthly RDO

Duties/ Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing applications and approvals for premises registered with Council pursuant to relevant legislation.
• Conducting inspections, assessments and other surveillance activities including sampling to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Maintaining accurate and factual file notes, records and other documentation for all inspections and investigations conducted.
• Undertaking appropriate enforcement action when non compliances are identified.
• Establish positive communications with the general public to educate, promote and assist with the need for compliance with the various statutes, legislation and local laws.
• Investigating and following-up infectious disease notifications including outbreaks and provide advice and information on infections disease control to the public as required.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced Environmental Health professional, with current knowledge of Environmental Health legislation and the ability to interpret this legislation. You will need to be able to engage with and build relationships with a diverse range of people and be confident in your ability to have difficult conversations.

• Theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of environmental health in order to identify, analyse and deliver options for policy development and problem solving.
• Some experience in legal proceedings, with the ability to prepare competent prosecution reports.
• Ability to interpret, apply and clearly explain decisions in plain English, to the public and business owners.
• Ability to work autonomously (making appropriate decisions within legislative powers of an authorised officer while achieving department goals).
• Qualification as an Environmental Health Officer and eligibility for membership to Environmental Health Australia (EHA) or Environmental Health Professional’s Association (EHPA).

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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Contact person

For more information contact Graeme Blakey, Coordinator Environmental Health at Graeme.Blakey@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Location

Westbury (TAS)

Type

Permanent Full-time

Salary/Remuneration

$91,646 and $101,252 (pro rata for part-time) under Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2022.

Annual salary will be negotiated subject to applicant’s qualification, skills, and experience.

Council invites those studying towards an environmental health qualification to apply.

Employment conditions and benefits include:

• A 19-day month, allowing for a rostered day off, is offered to full-time employees.
• Genuine demonstrated commitment to flexible working arrangements.
• Paid parental leave of up to eight weeks after 12 months service.
• Long service leave is based on 10 years continuous service, with pro-rata access available after seven years of continuous service.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, with access to study and development leave if required.
• A range of progressive Health and Wellbeing Services including onsite gymnasium, wellbeing activities & initiatives, and access to an Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate families.
• Free on-site parking.

Duties/ Responsibilities

Council is seeking an Environmental Health Officer to join our Environmental Health Team within the Development & Regulatory Services Department. Our Team has a range of responsibilities to ensure environmental health requirements in the Meander Valley are met under relevant legislation.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

The successful candidate will have an advanced diploma or degree level qualification in environmental health (or be working towards obtaining such), or other such qualifications sufficient to satisfy appointment as an Authorised Officer under the Food Act 2003 and Public Health Act 1997 (See EHA Accredited Courses for a list of appropriate qualifications).

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

To be considered for this position, applications must include an application form, a cover letter, resume, a copy of your relevant qualification or most recent transcript (if currently studying) and a statement addressing each of the selection criteria (maximum of three pages).

Applications are to be submitted by email for the attention of the Human Resources Officer: recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au

Contact person

If you have any questions please contact Madeline McKinnell, Team Leader Environmental Health on (03) 6393 5354 or email madeline.mckinnell@mvc.tas.gov.au

Location

Port Fairy (VIC)

This Leadership Role is responsible for the Environmental Health teams at Moyne, Ararat and Pyrenees Shires. This role would suit an experienced Environmental Health Leader interested in a tree change within some of Victoria’s most idyllic regional locations.

Type

Full-time permanent position

Salary/Remuneration

Attractive salary + motor vehicle

We offer a diversity of work and opportunities beyond the average ‘day to day’ work of an EHO. You will also be joining a culture that is committed to investing in staff, offering genuine development opportunities and a team that values collaboration and learning and development.

Duties/ Responsibilities

The role has operational responsibilities in respect of Moyne Shire and provides managerial oversight of the Ararat and Pyrenees teams (people management of 2 EHOs). The role is responsible for building culture and developing talent within the teams. Part of a network of professional and experienced Environmental Professionals, you will be part of Kernow’s Leadership team and work close with Kernow’s Executive Team.

In this role, your core responsibilities will be:

• Working closely with Kernow’s Leadership team to manage the delivery of the Environmental Health Services at Moyne, Ararat and Pyrenees Shires.
• Stakeholder relationships both within Councils and the broader Regional network.
• In conjunction with Kernow’s Leadership team, set strategy and workplans for the teams.
• Develop talent and culture within the teams, including responsibility for performance, development plans and annual performance reviews.
• Help to drive technological innovations.
• Operational responsibilities including Wastewater assessments and on-site inspections in respect of Moyne Shire.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

To be successful in this role, you will have recent experience as either a Team Leader, Environmental Health or an experienced Environmental Health Officer operating in a local government environment. Ideally you will have prior people leadership experience. Supplementing this experience, you will possess a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or other relevant tertiary qualification.

You will also have excellent communication and Leadership skills, a demonstrated ability to operate both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment and manage stakeholders. You will be motivated to develop professionally and embrace new technology. You will also hold a valid Australian drivers’ licence.

How to apply

To learn more about Kernow, our culture and our people, see www.kernow.net.au/careers/

Apply via Seek before 30 May 2025.

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Location

Kwinana (WA)

Type

Part Time (min. of 34 hours per week) OR

Full Time (38 hours per week)

Fixed-Term (1 Year) with the possibility of extension.

Salary/Remuneration

$83,004 - $88,996 p.a, pro rata

This position is classified as a PACS Band 6 under the City of Kwinana’s structured remuneration system.

We Offer

• A fantastic workplace, recently ranked alongside the top 10% of the most constructive local governments in Australia and New Zealand for workplace culture!
• Competitive salary plus 12.5% superannuation.
• A robust employee wellness program with initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental wellbeing.
• A generous Celebration and Recognition Policy for employees.
• The opportunity for flexible working arrangements.
• Career development, training opportunities and study support.
• Premium Kwinana Recquatic Centre membership.
• Free onsite parking.

Duties/ Responsibilities

This position will report to the Senior Environmental Health Officer, and work alongside a superstar team. The primary focus of this position is to assist with food safety assessments and complaints investigations, process applications, implement the sampling program and the education program including planning and delivery of community outreach activities.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

1. Have evidence of one of the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or qualifications and/or experience approved and gazetted by the Chief Health Officer under the Public Health Act 2016; or
• Undertaking study in a tertiary qualification in Environmental Health AND satisfactory completion of microbiology, food safety and food science units; or
• Certificate IV of Food Science (or higher) with a minimum of 40 hours of food microbiology;

and

2. Have full working rights or a current Visa that allows this type of activity; and
3. Hold a current WA Driver’s Licence; and
4. Possess sound knowledge and understanding of the Food Act 2008, risk management principles and practices.
5. Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively and provide a high level of customer service, sound computer literacy skills, and effective time management and organisational skills

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a copy of their current resume, a covering letter and a brief statement addressing the above eligibility criteria and outlining (in no more than two pages) why they are interested in the Environmental Health Position and how they are suited to it.

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Contact person

For more information relating to the position, please contact Roisin Olsen, Senior Environmental Health on 9439 0278.

Location

Launceston (TAS)

Type

Permanent full time (76 hours per fortnight)

Salary/Remuneration

$110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022.
• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.

Duties/ Responsibilities

The Environmental Health Officer will undertake a range of activities in relation to the promotion, regulation, monitoring and assessment of public and environmental health issues, including:

• Providing high level technical and regulatory support to assist the Department meet both long- and short-term public health objectives.
• Contribute to the ongoing implementation and review of the Public Health Act and its associated guidelines/policies.
• Work closely with other Government Agencies, Local Government authorities and other stakeholders to progress environmental health priorities in Tasmania.

• You will need to:

• Implement statewide programs to enhance and develop environmental health management.
• Develop and evaluate guidelines, policies and practices through extensive consultation and negotiation with stakeholders.
• Undertake risk assessments and investigations relating to the environmental health issues and legislation.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Qualification approved by the Director of Public Health for appointment as an Environmental Health Officer under the Public Health Act 1997 and an authorised officer under the Food Act 2003 (e.g. tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Director of Public Health).

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

You will need to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

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Contact person

If you have any questions please contact Stewart Quinn, Manager Environmental Health:

Phone: 03 6166 6690; Email : stewart.quinn@health.tas.gov.au

Location

Darwin (NT)

Type

Full time

Salary/Remuneration

$128,903 - $143,061 pa + 17% Superannuation

Appointment to this role will be at Professional Level 10.
The total remuneration package will be in the range of $150,816 - $167,381 per annum, including 17% superannuation.

Duties/ Responsibilities

As the Senior Manager Work Health and Safety, you will provide operational leadership to enhance the safety culture across the University by delivering, aligning, integrating, and promoting the functions of Work Health, Safety and Environment Management including Emergency Management.

You’ll plan, develop, implement, maintain and coordinate all of the elements of the University’s WHS and Emergency Management systems including all hazard planning (technological, human-caused, biological, and natural disasters).

Qualifications / Selection criteria

To be successful, you will require:

• Post-graduate qualifications or proven management experience in Work Health, Safety and Environment Management.
• Proven experience in leading effective teams capable of sustaining a good safety culture.
• Ability to contribute positively to the broader People and Culture management team, create collaborative working relationships and engage in proactive information sharing.
• Demonstrated substantial knowledge of and experience in strategic and operational issues across Work Health, Safety and Environment and Emergency Management disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to write, develop and implement policies, procedures, risk management plans and work practices that comply with statutory requirements to improve safety in organisations.
• Exceptional communication skills, together with proven ability to influence, negotiate and motivate staff and students with regard to a safety culture.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and establishing best practice through the introduction of systems and automation of processes.
• Understanding of emergency management procedures and the ability to support the Incident Controller where required.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

All applications must be received online and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.

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Contact person

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Peta Preo, Director People & Culture on 08 8946 7114 or email peta.preo@cdu.edu.au

Location

Townsville (QLD)

Type

Permanent Full Time

Salary/Remuneration

$155K cash + super (novated leasing option available)

Duties/ Responsibilities

Reporting to the General Manager – Environmental Health and Regulation, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping and delivering the Council’s environmental health strategy. You will champion a customer-centric approach, fostering strong community relationships while leading a team that spans both strategic initiatives and day-to-day regulatory functions.

This influential role covers a wide remit, including disaster management, public health, environmental protection, food safety, pandemics, and the management of mosquitoes. You will be instrumental in ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal legislation, while actively contributing to the Council’s ongoing transformation through major initiatives such as Project Connect.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

You are an inspiring and strategic leader with relevant tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or a related field (postgraduate qualifications highly desirable). You offer a proven track record of success in senior leadership roles and a deep knowledge of Environmental Health legislation and regulatory frameworks. Familiarity with the Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements (QDMA) and local disaster group responsibilities is an advantage.

Your ability to balance strategic direction with operational execution, lead high-performing teams, and build collaborative relationships across a broad range of stakeholders will be essential to your success.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Candidate application package

How to apply

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Contact person

For a confidential discussion, call Julie Barr or Rebecca McPhail on (07) 3211 9700.

Location

Townsville (QLD)

Type

Permanent Full Time

Salary/Remuneration

LGO8: $113,644 - $128,384 + super

Duties/ Responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Manager Environmental Health, you will provide leadership, strategic direction, and mentorship to a technically skilled and multi-disciplinary team of Environmental Health Officers. Your key responsibility will be to manage the delivery of complex and concurrent environmental health investigations and inspections across the diverse Townsville region.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

You will play a vital role in coordinating and leading the team’s work across a wide range of areas, including food; disaster management; environmental protection; public health; personal appearances; waste and environmentally relevant activities; footpath dining; development approvals and breaches of state legislation and local laws. Staying abreast of emerging industry trends, legislative updates, and best practices, you will ensure the team’s services remain compliant, responsive, and community focused.

You are a proven people leader with extensive experience guiding operational teams and delivering high-quality outcomes in a customer-centric environment. Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or a closely related discipline are essential, as is advanced knowledge of Environmental Health legislation, regulatory frameworks, and compliance standards. You have demonstrated success in resource planning and managing competing priorities, strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare complex reports, procedures, strategies and well-developed problem solving, analytical and investigative skills.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Candidate application package

How to apply

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Contact person

For a confidential discussion, call Julie Barr or Rebecca McPhail on (07) 3211 9700.