Manager Environmental Health

Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council
Location: Kowanyama, Far North Queensland
Classification: Local Government | Level 7 (Above Award)
Department: Roads, Infrastructure and Essential Services
Employment Type: Fixed Term Full Time

About the Role

Are you passionate about protecting and promoting public health in remote communities? Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Manager Environmental Health to lead the delivery of vital environmental health services. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the Kowanyama community by ensuring a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and communicate compliance plans for environmental health within regulatory frameworks.

Identify community needs, engage stakeholders, and deliver effective environmental health programs.

Oversee inspections, monitoring, and reporting for food premises, water and wastewater, animal welfare, waste, and community health.

Respond to and investigate complaints, providing timely and effective resolutions.

Provide technical advice on pest control, natural resource protection, and culturally significant sites.

Build partnerships with government, research, and community organisations.

Deliver health promotion and education programs to raise public health awareness.

Manage waste, food safety, housing inspections, water and sewerage, and disaster surveillance.

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and Council policies.

About You

Essential:

Certificate III in Environmental Science or Public Health (or equivalent).

Significant experience in community health, hygiene, food and water safety, animal welfare, and waste management.

Strong communication, consultation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

High-level analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Current C Class Driver’s Licence.

Working knowledge of relevant legislation (Public Health Act, Food Act, Environmental Protection Act).

Experience with computer software (Word, Excel, databases).

Commitment to community engagement and service.

Desirable:

Frontline Leadership or similar qualification.

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.

Mandatory Requirements

C Class Driver’s Licence

Police clearance

Blue Card (Working with Children Check)

What We Offer

The chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant Aboriginal community.

Supportive team environment and strong organisational values.

Competitive salary and conditions under the Queensland Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) – State 2017.

Ongoing professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. For further information, contact [email protected]

Applications close: 17 September 2025