Environmental Health Officer

• Picton location
• Permanent full-time position
• Salary commencing from $101,551 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation + Leaseback Vehicle
• Flexible work arrangements including flex time and hybrid work
• Supportive organisational culture with a focus on wellbeing and development

Are you an Environmental Health Officer looking for your next career move? An opportunity awaits to join a progressive and support organisational culture. 

About Council:
Wollondilly Shire Council covers a Local Government Area of approximately 2,560km2 of pristine bushland, crystal clear waterways and unique towns and villages that are home to close-knit communities. We are experiencing a time of significant growth and require suitably qualified and experienced professionals join this exciting journey with us.

There are a number of benefits to working at Wollondilly Shire Council in addition to the positive, supportive work culture, including:

• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Educational Assistance Program

About the Position:

An exciting opportunity for a self-motived and driven Environmental Health Officer to join a dynamic and results driven team. Reporting to the Team Leader Environmental Health you will undertake regulatory inspections under the relevant legislation, investigate complaints and assess applications and referrals. 

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their competency for the position by meeting the following essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or a relevant discipline with a minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.
• Ability to solve problems and work with minimum supervision in a team environment in relation to public health requirements and associated regulatory activities, enforcement and assessment process of the Local Government Act 1993 (NSW), Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997, Public Health Act 2010, Food Act 2003, Swimming Pools Act 1992 – Swimming Pools Amendment Act 2012 and the POEO – (Underground Petroleum Storage Systems) Regulations 2019.
• Experience in the Audit and reporting of food shop premises to ensure the NSW Food Handling Standards are maintained in accordance with the Food Act.
• Experience in the Audit and reporting of the Public Health Operational Plan.
• Experience in the assessment of noise/odour reports and investigation of complaints.
• Ability to communicate, influence, educate and negotiate effectively within all levels of the organisation, Government Departments and the public on all matters relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated ability to provide timely, relevant and quality professional advice to staff and external customers.

Further Information: Sam Barnard, Team Leader Environmental Health on 4677 9654.

Closing Date: 5pm Monday, 16 June 2025.

Don’t delay any longer, Apply Now and let’s make Wollondilly an even better place, together.

To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website, Wollondilly Employment Opportunities and answer the position specific selection criteria as listed in this advertisement.

Preferred applicants may be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. The preferred applicant may also be required to undertake Police Background, Credential and Bankruptcy Checks.

In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage all applicants, including First Nations people, person living with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and members of culturally diverse communities to join our team. Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If successful, we will offer ongoing support as needed.

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