$108,846 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full Time
Compliance Services, Regional Growth and Development
Bundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.

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

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.

About The Opportunity

Are you an experienced environmental health professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for safeguarding public health? We are seeking a dynamic Team Leader – Environmental Health to guide our dedicated Environmental Health Team in delivering high-quality services to our community.

In this pivotal role, you will lead by example, overseeing inspections and audits of licensed premises, managing complaint investigations, and ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of environmental health services. Your leadership will be instrumental in reducing potential public health risks and maintaining a safe and healthy region.

If you are ready to make a tangible impact and inspire a team to uphold excellence in environmental health, we want to hear from you!

About You

• Tertiary Qualification Bachelor of Applied Science – Environmental Health, Health Science or other relevant tertiary qualifications.
• At least five (5) years’ experience as a practicing Environmental Health Officer.
• Current professional membership or eligibility for membership with Environmental Health Australia (Qld).
• Comprehensive knowledge of all relevant Acts, Regulations and Local Laws; and extensive experience in the investigation of environmental health or public health related matters; and ability to mentor staff and provide operational advice and direction to staff within the environmental health field.
• Demonstrated high level of conflict resolution including ability to negotiate outcomes in complex matters.
• Demonstrated high level experience in the planning and coordination of dedicated health programs, work practices, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Demonstrated very high-level ability to plan workload, achieve set goals and meet deadlines.
• A current C class driver’s licence.
• Possession of a Pest Management Technician Licence and experience in vector control programs desirable.
• Experience within a local government environment desirable.

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The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

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

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

For enquiries, please contact [email protected] or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1254.

Applications close on Friday, 14 March 2025, at 11:30 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.