Apply: Environmental Health Officer - NSW Local Council

Reference: BH-184771
  • Environmental Health Officer
  • Contract until 24th Dec 2025 - Potential to extend
  • $53 p/h incl. super
  • Large Sydney Council
Are you passionate about protecting the environment and ensuring healthy, sustainable communities? One of Sydney’s largest local councils is looking for an Environmental Health Officer to join the team on a contract through to 24th of December 2025 (with potential to extend). This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by turning environmental awareness into action, working directly with the community, businesses, and stakeholders to promote and safeguard environmental health.

What you’ll do:
  • Carry out inspections of food premises, cooling towers, on-site sewerage systems and other high-risk facilities to ensure compliance with legislation.
  • Monitor and respond to issues such as noise, air, water and land pollution.
  • Contribute to the delivery of sustainability initiatives, health promotion programs, and council-wide environmental strategies.
  • Provide expert advice to businesses, residents, and other stakeholders on environmental health matters.
  • Support community engagement through events, workshops, and education initiatives.
  • Participate in incident response and after-hours environmental health coverage (on rotation).
What we’re looking for:
  • Relevant degree qualifications in Environmental Health (or related field).
  • Sound knowledge of current environmental health issues, with experience in inspections and compliance.
  • Strong communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to educate and engage the community.
  • Current NSW Driver’s Licence (Class C).
  • Local government experience is highly regarded.
Why join?
  • Long-term contract with potential for extension.
  • Competitive rate – up to $53 p/h incl. super.
  • Be part of a collaborative team making a measurable difference in the community.
  • Flexible working arrangements available.

If you’re ready to use your skills to create healthier, more sustainable places and spaces for the community, we want to hear from you. If the above is a match to your skill set and experience please apply NOW! if your profile is deemed a suitable fit you will be called for a further discussion.
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