• Permanent, Full-time (or Part-time 4 days per week considered)
• Salary from $90,298 to $97,598 per annum
• Join our Health Services team and enjoy the flexibility and great benefits of local government

Are you passionate about promoting public health and making a real impact in your community? Do you value work-life balance and the opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, flexible, and progressive environment? If so, the City of Wanneroo has an exciting opportunity for you.

As an Environmental Health Officer, you’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding public health while enjoying some of the most attractive benefits in local government, including:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• An additional wellness day each year to support your wellbeing
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options and hybrid work (subject to operational needs)
• Generous superannuation contributions (up to 15% combined)
• Free on-site parking and work closer to home
• Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks
• Professional development opportunities in a values-driven workplace

About You
As a collaborative member of the Health Services team, the position is accountable for undertaking assessments, site inspections, promoting environmental health objectives and ensuring compliance in accordance with regulatory requirements, policies and organisational objectives. The successful appointee must be adaptable, possess the ability to solve problems and deliver excellent customer service at all times. They must also thrive working in a very busy and change driven organisation and meet the following:

• Administer the requirements of environmental health legislation to protect public health and provide a safe environment for the community.
• Liaise with customers and stakeholders to deliver service excellence, ensuring that information is accurate, consistent, clearly communicated and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Contribute to a cohesive team environment by sharing information, supporting and assisting colleagues in a proactive manner to meet goals and deadlines.
• Think critically and actively collaborate with colleagues and leaders.

You will be able to demonstrate through your covering letter and resume that you meet the following capabilities:

• University qualification in Environmental Health that affords eligibility for appointment as an authorised officer pursuant to relevant State Legislations.
• Authorised person and inspector under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 Sections 87 & 88.
• Relevant experience in a similar role including noise investigation
• C Class Drivers Licence.

About the City of Wanneroo
The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!

Interested?
If this position sounds like you - then apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Reference Number: 667357

Close date: Thursday, 12 June 2025

For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Wayne Harris, Coordinator Health Services on (08) 9405 5487.

Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as the City reserves the right to interview suitable applicants prior to the closing date and may close this ad earlier for the right applicant.

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 3 months.