Location

Moranbah (QLD)

Type

Full time

Salary/Remuneration

$99,922.73 - $108,838.22 per annum (Stream A, Level 6-7)

• Subsidised Council housing
• 5 weeks annual leave pro-rata @ 17.5% loading
• Up to 14% super in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement
• RDO’s in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement
• Exclusive access for you and your immediate family to our Employee Assistance Program, facilitated through Gryphon Psychology
• Discounted Corporate Health Cover through multiple providers with competitive extras and coverage benefits
• Active Social Club, and much more!

Duties/ Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager Community Education and Compliance, the Lead Environmental Health Officer will experience a diverse role working across all the environmental health functions, including but not limited to:

• Exercise supervisory responsibility by providing leadership and mentoring to the Environmental Health team, demonstrating both humility and a genuine affinity and respect for people.
• Coordinate the Environment Health workgroup in line with corporate standards and demonstrating the PECS Noble Purpose Enablers and cultural inclusiveness driven by the Chief Executive Officer;
• Undertake legislative compliance in the Isaac Region in accordance with the Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 and maintain the Isaac Regional Council Local Laws.
• Provide proactive ‘technical mentoring’ in terms of the interpretation and communication of environmental and public health legislation to the team members and report to the Compliance and Integration Manager with respect to any perceived training requirements of Officers and assist with the development of general training and areas of specialisation.
• Negotiate complex and sensitive matters with internal and external customers.
• Develop technical reports, committee reports and correspondence in accordance with Council standards.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

The successful candidate will have:

• High level supervisory and team management skills, including coaching and mentoring of teams in a medium to large organisation.
• High level knowledge of the Local Government Act 2009, the Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 and Regulations, and Council's Local Laws and associated subordinate local laws undertaking investigations, entry to premises, collection of evidence, and determination of appropriate compliance or enforcement responses.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage case allocations, specifically the ability to be able to prioritise demands and workloads, undertake investigations including evidence collection and
• Demonstrated ability to formulate concise and accurate written correspondence, memorandums, reports, and statutory notices.
• High level of proficiency with computer use (desktop and mobile), software applications, access information from databases and document management systems.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and the ability to act tactfully in sometimes very sensitive situations.
• Ability to display empathy and tact when communicating with residents who are concerned about the impacts of noncompliance and display engaging interpersonal skills to communicate complex concepts in plain language to customers.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

To apply, please submit your application online, including the following:

Cover Letter: A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. Describe how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role. Provide specific examples from your past experiences that demonstrate your suitability for the position.

Resume: A resume capturing your employment history, qualifications, and details of two referees. The most appropriate referees are your present supervisor or your immediate past supervisor that is relevant to the role advertised.

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Contact person

For more details on this position, contact the Manager Community Education & Compliance during business hours, Nishu Ellawala - Email: Capability@isaac.qld.gov.au

Location

Merredin (WA)

Type

Full Time

Salary/Remuneration

$70,714 - $74,645 per annum

This position offers excellent benefits for an enthusiastic and driven individual who in return will be offered:

• A fantastic work life balance;
• A small, personable team environment;
• Training and development opportunities;
• Access to additional superannuation through the Shire’s co-contribution program;
• Subsidised housing in a Shire house;
• Salary sacrifice options; and
• A great employee Health and Wellbeing Program including flu shots, skin cancer screens and an Employee Assistance Program.

Duties/ Responsibilities

The EHO will undertake activities which relate to the Shire’s delivery of Health, Building, Planning, Environmental and Waste Management Services. They will provide professional assistance, information, advice and reports to the Executive Manager Strategy & Community, staff and the public in relation to the Shire’s Environmental Health statutory functions, programs and projects in the Shire of Merredin. The position also involves a limited level of involvement in Building and Town Planning activities and applications.

The EHO will provide professional assistance, information, advice and reports to the Executive Manager Strategy & Community, staff and the public in relation to the Shire’s Environmental Health statutory functions, programs and projects in the Shire of Merredin.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge and understanding of local government regulations, local laws and policies. They will have experience in the delivery of Environmental Health Services and will also have a sound knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety and Risk Management in this field.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

Applications are to include a CV and covering letter (max 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria and indicating your ability to meet the role requirements. A position description, which includes the selection criteria, can be obtained on the Shire’s website or requested via email: careers@merredin.wa.gov.au.

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Applications are to be marked "Private and Confidential" and emailed to careers@merredin.wa.gov.au or sent via post to PO Box 42, Merredin WA 6415.

Contact person

If you are interested in the role and would like more information, please contact Craig Watts, Chief Executive Officer, on (08) 9041 1611.

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

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