Vacancies

Environmental Health Officer (NSW)

Environmental Health Officer (QLD)

Manager Regional Environmental Health (SA)

Environmental Health Officer (NSW)

Area Coordinator (NSW)

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

A rare opportunity is available for a qualified and experienced professional to join our Health and Building Team which oversees health inspections, environmental health complaints, pest control, licensed premises and fire safety.

In this role, you'll coordinate the day-to-day operations of an area-based multidisciplinary team, provide leadership, technical support and quality assurance to ensure our health and building responsibilities are delivered consistently, efficiently and in accordance with legislative requirements.

Location	Sydney, NSW
Type	Full time
Salary/Remuneration	$155,826 per annum plus superannuation
Duties/ Responsibilities	POSITION DESCRIPTION
Qualifications / Selection criteria	We're looking for someone with: tertiary qualification in a building or environmental health discipline demonstrated experience in a senior role within a health or building regulatory and compliance environment.
How to apply	Apply Now
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Applications close at Wednesday 2 September 2026

Environmental Health Officer (NSW)

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

About the role

This exciting compliance based role within the City of Sydney’s Health and Building Team will provide the successful candidate with experience across a broad range of public health and environmental health compliance matters.

Our Health & Building Team offers a very friendly and helpful working environment that supports all of its staff members through in-house professional development and assistance, whilst recognising the importance of a balance between work and lifestyle commitments.

Location	Sydney, NSW
Type	Full Time/Permanent
Salary/Remuneration	$117,487 per annum plus superannuation
Duties/ Responsibilities	POSITION DESCRIPTION
Qualifications / Selection criteria	We are looking for someone with: tertiary qualifications in an environmental health related discipline experience in regulatory inspections and compliance excellent communication and negotiation skills.
How to apply	Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 26 August 2026. Apply Now
Contact	recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333

Applications close at Wednesday 26 August 2026

Environmental Health Officer (QLD )

Allied Health Professionals within Gold Coast Health have access to an additional Professional Capability Framework for Allied Health which complements the organisation-wide Core Capability Framework. The Professional Capability Framework details the professional capabilities for Allied Health positions, providing a common language and set of expectations across the professions, and acting as a developmental tool to support and inform discussions about professional skill development and career progression within Gold Coast Health. Further information can be found online.

The aim of the Gold Coast Public Health Unit (GCPHU) and the public health program it administers is to manage risks to the health and wellbeing of the community by promoting and protecting health and preventing disease. The Unit provides a person and population focused response to communicable and non-communicable diseases, and environmental health hazards, by undertaking risk assessments, delivering immunisation services, health surveillance, prevention programs, public health incident response and monitoring and enforcing public health legislation.

The GCPHU team comprises specialists with expertise in many areas including communicable disease control, immunisation, health surveillance, epidemiology, environmental health, research, water quality, risk assessment, food safety standards and public health regulation. GCPHU employs a multi-disciplinary team of staff including public health physicians, public health nurses, environmental health officers, health promotion officers, epidemiologists, data officers and business services staff delivering the integrated public health program. The GCPHU is aligned to the Nursing, Midwifery and Patient Experience Division of the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.

Location	Carrara, QLD
Type	Permanent part time *Please note, future vacancies of a temporary, full time and part time nature may also be filled through this recruitment process Please note, suitable part time or job share arrangements may be accommodated within this role
Salary/Remuneration	$50.44 - $73.24 per hour
Duties/ Responsibilities	Fulfill the responsibilities of this role in accordance with Queensland Public Service, the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS) values. Comply with the Code of Conduct for the Queensland Public Service and all policies and procedures. Comply with the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and the Gold Coast Health Clinical Governance Framework in all areas of your practice. Develop, implement and evaluate environmental health projects, quality improvement and compliance programs and undertake health risk assessments, with increasing complexity and independence as experience builds. Monitor, investigate, enforce and promote compliance with public health legislation in line with policies and procedures and contemporary investigatory practice and in accordance with legislative delegations. Provide accurate and timely advice and support to managers, other public health practitioners, the public, industry, partners and stakeholders, including the preparation of correspondence, briefs of evidence and reports. Participate in public health incident and disaster management responses and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team responding to communicable disease outbreaks and in the delivery of integrated public health services in the community. Work with other public health practitioners and partners for the effective implementation of environmental health and broader public health initiatives based on an understanding of community and organisational contexts. Contribute to the development of operational procedures, work instructions and guidelines and participate in quality and service improvement activities, operational planning and reporting, to support and enhance environmental health practice. Mentor, supervise and support less experienced practitioners and students, commensurate with level of experience in the role. This position requires the incumbent to operate a government vehicle and to travel throughout the GCHHS region to undertake their delegated functions. At times the position may also need to travel outside the region. Employees appointed to GCHHS are considered custodians of patient safety and are accountable for practicing patient advocacy in line with GCHHS’ always care philosophy and commitment to person-centred care. This position requires the incumbent to operate a government vehicle and an appropriate Licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required. Follow policies, procedures and instructions relating to work health and safety that are relevant to the work being undertaken to ensure high quality and safe services in the workplace. Gold Coast Health \| Role description 4 Take reasonable care for your own health, safety and wellbeing and take reasonable care to ensure that your acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health, safety and wellbeing of others. Employees who are appointed to the GCHHS are accountable for information security, management and appropriate use, in accordance with legislation, standards, policies and procedures. Comply with reasonable instructions that are provided for the safety of you and others at the workplace. Undertake all necessary training, as determined by the Queensland Department of Health, to obtain and maintain your Instrument of Appointment as an Authorised Person/Inspector/Emergency Officer/Contact Tracing Officer under Queensland public health legislation. POSITION DESCRIPTION
Qualifications / Selection criteria	The possession of a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification from a recognised tertiary institution that is accredited by Environmental Health Australia or deemed eligible for appointment by the Queensland Health Environmental Health Officer Appointments Review Committee is a requirement for this role. This position requires the incumbent to operate a government vehicle and an appropriate Licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required. It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment (Health Employment Directive No. 01/16): o measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) varicella (chicken pox) pertussis (whooping cough) hepatitis B It is a condition of employment in this role for new employees to GCHHS to undertake a tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required in accordance with the Queensland Health Protocol.
How to apply	Please submit the following for the panel to assess your suitability: Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details for at least two referees (Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years). A cover letter (no more than 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant for the role, addressing the key responsibilities and attributes noted in the “How you will be assessed” section in the position description. Apply Now
Contact	Danielle Roberts Contact number (07) 5667 3200

Applications close at Thursday 27 August 2026

Manager Regional Environmental Health (SA)

Join a committed team delivering critical environmental health services that protect and promote the health of communities in rural and remote South Australia.

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Location	Adelaide, SA
Type	Full time Permanent
Salary/Remuneration	$122,752 to $133,635 – PO4 – Full Time / Ongoing – Permanent
Duties/ Responsibilities	This position is responsible for the planning and delivery of health protection operations and provides expert professional consultancy and advice on environmental health regulation, enforcement and health protection matters in areas of South Australia where environmental health services are not delivered by local government, including out of council areas and rural and remote Aboriginal communities. The position oversees the delivery of critical front line environmental health services in areas of South Australia where environmental health functions are not delivered by local government, including out of council areas and rural and remote Aboriginal communities, to ensure compliance with the requirements of the South Australian Public Health Act 2011, Food Act 2001, Safe Drinking Water Act 2011 and other subordinate legislation on behalf of the Minister for Health and Wellbeing. The position is also responsible for undertaking complex strategic and logistical planning to ensure the effective prioritisation and targeting of activities and resources and safe service delivery. Establishing and maintaining partnerships with state and Commonwealth agencies, industry and non-government organisations, and Aboriginal stakeholders is an essential part of the role to protect and promote the health of South Australians, including strengthening Aboriginal environmental health outcomes. The role will contribute to an inclusive, culturally responsive and equitable public health system for all South Australians. POSITION DESCRIPTION
Qualifications / Selection criteria	Educational/Vocational Qualifications A recognised degree in Environmental or Public Health or a relevant field of science that could be accepted for appointment as an Authorised Officer under the South Australian Public Health Act 2011. Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills: Demonstrated ability to research, analyse and interpret complex issues, undertake complex health risk assessments, formulate and implement innovative solutions (including legal/enforcement responses) related to the delivery of environmental health services. Demonstrated ability to plan and evaluate complex operations involving human resources and equipment in difficult environments (including remote areas and/or emergency response). Demonstrated ability to exercise professional independence and judgement and operate autonomously when undertaking complex technical tasks. Demonstrated ability to adaptively allocate and deploy human, financial and physical resources to maximise performance outcomes. Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict with external stakeholders as well as between staff. Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills, where documents may have a very high level of political, legal or media sensitivity or impact for key stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to communicate respectfully and effectively across diverse cultural contexts, including with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. An ability to manage to the spirit and principles of the Premier’s Safety Commitment and the legislative requirements of the Work Health and Safety Act 2012, utilising AS/NZS 4360 Risk Management, or to an equivalent set of standards Experience OFFICIAL Page 5 of 9 Experience in effectively managing compliance with environmental health legislation. Experience in initiating, developing and enforcing government policy and regulation in the environmental health arena. Experience in the management of a multidisciplinary team undertaking a diverse range of activities. Knowledge A thorough knowledge of environmental health science, legislation and enforcement principles. An understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal Community Control and self-determination. Knowledge of how the environmental determinants of health impact the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, and the strengths, resilience and leadership within these communities that support improved outcomes. Criminal History Screening Requirement A ‘National Police Certificate’ NPC (also known as a ‘Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check’ NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment). Immunisation Risk for this position is Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances). SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Special Condition A recognised degree in Environmental or Public Health or a relevant field of science that could be accepted for appointment as an Authorised Officer under the South Australian Public Health Act 2011 is required for this position..
How to apply	Apply Now
Contact	Business Support PHD Phone: 7425 5890 E-mail: Health.PHDBusinessSupport@sa.gov.au

Applications close at 11:55pm Tuesday 8 September 2026

Environmental Health Officer (NSW)

We are currently seeking qualified, experienced, and motivated professionals to join our Health and Environment team. Applications are encouraged from candidates with a range of experience, with Council considering appointment at different levels based on the successful applicant’s qualifications, skills and experience.

Reporting to the Coordinator Health and Environment, our Environmental Health Officers provide expert support and guidance in the delivery of a broad range of environmental health services, and associated compliance functions. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in the delivery of environmental health services within a local government context, with the ability to independently manage a diverse range of environmental health matters.

The roles work contribute to a positive, customer-focused culture, ensuring high-quality service delivery and effective community engagement and education.

Council will consider both full time and part time working arrangements, and will discuss further with the preferred candidates and interview stage.

Location	Ballina, NSW
Type	Full time *This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.
Salary/Remuneration	Up to $112,600p/a
Duties/ Responsibilities	POSITION DESCRIPTION
Qualifications / Selection criteria	To be successful you will bring Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe. Tertiary qualifications in an environmental health / science related field. Demonstrated experience in an environmental health related role with experience in delivering specialist environmental health services within local government. Demonstrated experience in establishing good rapport with various community sectors and dealing with a broad range of customers and community representatives in a courteous and professional manner. Demonstrated high-level communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to prepare environmental health reports and submissions.
How to apply	Apply Now
Contact	Kerri Watts \| Manager Health and Environment \| 02 6686 1265

Applications close at 11:30pm Friday 28 August 2026

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