Environmental Health Team Leader

Play a key role in implementing and delivering high-quality environmental health programs

Lead a hard-working team in a forward-thinking Council

Salary from $109,874.80 - $118,448.92 p.a plus 11.5% Superannuation

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Environmental Health Team Leader to join our team at Willoughby City Council!

About us

When you join Willoughby City Council you join a close-knit team with a big impact. We are dynamic, diverse and future-focused. We value team players who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. We serve the community and make it our job to make people’s lives better. It’s all in a day’s work.

You’ll have the freedom to grow in your career alongside likeminded people who will support you every step of the way. You’ll be part of our transformation as a Council and shape the future for the residents of Willoughby. And you’ll do it all from a thriving hub in Sydney, in the culturally-rich area we are so proud to call home.

About you

You’re looking for a role with purpose, one where you can make a meaningful difference. You have so much to offer. And we can see that. As much as you bring to the table, we provide you with the support you need to accelerate your career growth.

We are constantly evolving… and that change brings with it new directions, skillsets and thinking for you to embrace. Through collaboration and projects across the organisation, you will have incredible opportunities come your way. How far you take them, well, that’s in your hands.

No two days are the same at Willoughby City Council. In our Community, Culture & Leisure team, you’ll need a broad set of skills and an eagerness to learn. As a customer-facing team member, you’ll respect the diversity of our community and be committed to leaving things better than you found them.

Collaboration is how we do things. We work together and always share our achievements. The work we do is important. And as a member of our team, you’ll wear that with pride.

About the role

The primary role of the Environmental Health Team Leader is to lead a dedicated team that delivers efficient and effective environmental health programs and services for the Willoughby community.

You will manage Council health inspection programs for the delivery of Council’s surveillance operations and enforce the requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979, the Local Government Act, 1993, the Protection of the Environment Operations Act, 1997, the Food Act, 2003.

Reporting directly to the Manager of the Safe City Unit, you will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with a range of environmental and health legislation, maintaining high standards of service delivery and a positive customer experience.

Requirements

Tertiary qualification in Environmental Health or related discipline.

Extensive experience in Environmental Health in a Local Government environment.

Demonstrated experience in a leadership role.

Problem solving and decision making in the office and field; to be assertive when warranted.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Demonstrated ability to deal with a number of tasks simultaneously.

An ability to accept responsibility and to maintain an image of confidence and competence.

Current Class C Driver’s Licence.

How to apply

Apply now to join us at Willoughby City Council where you can add value and be valued for the meaningful work you do.

When you work at Willoughby Council, you will work with a diverse group of like-minded people who have people and the community at the forefront in everything we do. Check out our employee benefits on our careers page to see:

Where you can look after yourself and your loved ones

Where you can enhance your wellbeing

Where you can grow, develop and be part of a team

https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers

Enquiries: Simon Grierson – Acting Manager Safe City Unit - 02 9777 7624.

Applications must address all of the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

Applications close: Sunday 20th April 2025, at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.