Location

Bundaberg (QLD)

Type

Permanent Full Time

Salary/Remuneration

$91,226 per annum + super + benefits

What we offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• Regular rostered days off
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Duties/ Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Inspections and Investigations: Conduct audits of licensed premises and investigate complaints related to environmental and public health matters, ensuring compliance with legislation and standards.
• Applications and Licenses: Assess applications and licenses relevant to the role, providing accurate interpretations of regulations and guidelines.
• Support and Collaboration: Offer expert advice and support to team members, contributing to the achievement of organisational and departmental goals.
• Community Health Programs: Design and deliver dedicated health programs, including public education initiatives, to promote and enhance the health and well-being of the community.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

About You

• Tertiary Qualification in Bachelor of Applied Science – Environmental Health, Health Science or other relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Current professional membership or eligibility for membership with Environmental Health Australia (Qld).
• A current C class driver’s license.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all relevant Acts, Regulations and Local Laws; and experience in the assessment of relevant applications and investigation of environmental health or public health related complaints.
• Demonstrated high level of conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated high level ability to plan workload, achieve set goals and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated local government experience desirable.
• Possession of a Pest Management Technician License highly regarded.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:

• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the “About You” section (max. 2 pages).

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Contact person

For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1203.

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

Darwin

Type

Full time

Salary/Remuneration

Professional 1 - Remuneration Package Range $81,160 - $103,259 (including salary $68,904 - $87,700)
Professional 2 – Remuneration Package Range $106,158 - $126,245 (including salary $90,204 - $107,554)

Selection will be made at the P1 or P2 level depending on the experience/qualifications
of the successful applicant.
The Benefits
• 6 weeks annual leave + 3 days Christmas closedown leave
• 3 weeks personal leave
• Professional and supportive work environment
• Access to flexible working arrangements
• Professional development and career growth
• Access to a broad scope of environmental health operational activities
• Relocation Support

Duties/ Responsibilities

As an Environmental Health Officer, you will:
• Plan, develop and undertake community environmental health promotion and enforcement programs and activities to protect the public from physical, chemical and biological hazards.
• Deliver essential environmental health services across urban and remote areas.
• Administer and enforce environmental health legislation to protect community wellbeing.
• Conduct risk assessments, compliance actions, outbreak investigations, and emergency management.
• Engage with urban and remote communities to foster partnerships and drive long-term health improvements.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

We welcome applicants at both P1 and P2 levels:
• P2 Applicants: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or a related degree with a graduate diploma in Environmental Health from an Australian tertiary institution.
• P1 Applicants: Must be currently progressing through an undergraduate Environmental Health degree or have a degree and be willing to enrol in a graduate diploma. NT Health offers study support and may assist with associated study costs.

To be successful, applicants will:
• Have a strong knowledge of environmental health legislation, policies, and practices, with experience in urban and remote settings.
• Be able work independently in the field while effectively implementing program activities and contributing to program objectives.
• Possess strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities, negotiate solutions, and address complex issues.
• Hold a current NT manual driver's licence or the ability to obtain one.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

All applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of
relevant qualifications.

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Contact person

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Chris Monahan on 0400 159 424 or chris.monahan@nt.gov.au

Location

Bass Coast Shire Council (VIC)

Type

Full-time, Permanent position

Salary/Remuneration

Attractive salary + motor vehicle

Duties/ Responsibilities

The role would suit an experienced and /or enthusiastic Environmental Health Officer interested in a sea change within one of Victoria’s most idyllic regional locations. The Shire of Bass Coast boasts a vibrant community, breathtaking coastal scenery and is approximately 2 hours from Melbourne. Victorian and interstate applicants are encouraged to apply.

Part of a network of professional and experienced Environmental Health Officers, you will be working closely with Kernow’s Environmental Health team within the Southeast Region of Victoria.

In this role, your core responsibilities will be:

• Working closely with Kernow’s Leadership team and the Team Leader, Bass Coast to deliver the Environmental Health Service at Bass Coast;
• Undertaking food and health premises compliance inspections;
• Waste water assessments and on-site inspections;
• Investigating food safety and public health complaints;
• Providing tobacco educational visits and compliance inspections;
• Undertaking food sampling visits; and
• Investigating infectious disease notifications.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

To be successful in this role, you will have recent experience as an Environmental Health Officer operating in a local government environment. Supplementing this experience, you will possess an Environmental Health qualification, Bachelor of Health Science or other relevant tertiary qualification.

Graduates of Environmental Health and Health Sciences are also encouraged to apply as on the job training will be provided.

You will have excellent communication skills and you’ll be happy working both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment. You’ll be great with people and be able to manage different 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 12 May 2025.

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Location

Sydney (NSW)

Type

Full Time/Permanent

Salary/Remuneration

$108,083 - $121,292 per annum plus superannuation

This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

Duties/ Responsibilities

This exciting compliance based role within the City of Sydney’s Health and Building Team will provide the successful candidates 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.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

We’re looking for candidates with:

• tertiary qualifications in an environmental health related discipline
• experience in regulatory inspections and compliance
• excellent communication and negotiation skills.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

Click the button below to submit your resume and selection criteria.

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Contact person

For more information, contact Kurtis Boys, Area Manager on 02 9265 9944.

Location

Gladstone (QLD)

Type

Permanent Full-time

Salary/Remuneration

$88,052.13 - $101,977.88

The commencement salary will depend on the successful applicant’s qualifications, experience and competencies, graduate progression may apply.

Council are seeking expressions of interest for a permanent full time Environmental Health Officer to contribute to Council’s success.

• Great work-life balance with 9 day fortnight
• Engaging, dynamic team that celebrates achievements and fosters a culture of appreciation
• Be part of a high performing, customer-focused organisation safeguarding public health and the environment for the community

University students currently studying a relevant degree are encouraged to apply.

Duties/ Responsibilities

The purpose of this position is to effectively and efficiently monitor and assess the level of public health and environmental protection within the community, to ensure compliance with applicable standards.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

You will bring:

• Degree in Environmental Health (or a related discipline) together with relevant experience, knowledge and skills.
• Eligible to become a member of Environmental Health Australia.
• Knowledge of, and experience in interpreting and applying relevant legislation, Local Laws and Subordinate Local Laws.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to enable working with a diverse range of customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Proficient keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.

Please note: degree must be from a University accredited by Environmental Health Australia (EHA) that meets the requirements for EHA membership as an Environmental Health Officer.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

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Contact person

For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on (07) 4970 0700 or email the Talent Acquisition Team at employment@gladstone.qld.gov.au.