Environmental Health Officer

Permanent full-time role

Kiama Council is committed to promoting diversity and fostering inclusion.

We currently have an opportunity for an Environmental Health Officer to join our Planning, Environment and Communities Department.

As an Environmental Health Officer you will:

• Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of Council’s Integrated Planning
• Assist with ensuring Council meets its legislative, delivery and operational plans and budgetary requirements
• Provide a range of public health and environmental services in response to community demand which are supportive, conclusive and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of the community
• Implement environmental and public health legislation and Council policies and programs.
  

What we offer...

• Permanent full-time role, 35 hours per week
• Commencing annual salary from $92,756 to $102,263 (salary is dependent on qualifications, skills and experience)
• Annual progressive salary up to $112,745
• Plus 11.5 % superannuation
• The option of a leaseback vehicle for operational and private use
• A mobile phone

What you'll need to be successful in the role...

• A Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health OR Public Health) or an equivalent qualification

• A minimum Class C Driver’s Licence

• Experience applying legislation relating to Environmental, Public Health and Food Safety issues in a Local Government environment

• Experience in the preparation and issuing of legislative notices, orders and legal proceedings applicable to relevant public health, environmental and local government legislation

• Experience in Environmental Monitoring, responding to pollution incidents, investigations and enforcement procedures

• The ability to implement data collection, analysis and reporting.

Pre-Employment Checks

This is a child-related position. You will be required to provide Council with your valid and current Working with Children Check (WWCC) number as a condition of your employment. In addition, your employment will be subject to a National Criminal Record Check and pre-employment medical to determine your suitability for employment.

All employees and other workers must uphold and promote safety and wellbeing for children and young people.

Closing Date: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 11:30pm.

Interested?
Click on ‘Apply’ to complete your online application, or for more information contact Brayden Stratford, Environment and Health Coordinator on 02 4232 0426.