Environmental Health Officer

About the Opportunity

At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our Community. To help us achieve this, we require an experienced Environmental Health Professional to join our team. You will take pride in enhancing public health practices and protecting the environment within the Port Macquarie-Hastings LGA. As part of our team, you will keep our customers and the health of the community at the forefront of your duties to ensure public and environmental health is protected.

On a typical day, our Environmental Health Team will:

• Undertake inspections and surveillance activities to ensure compliance with legislation, guidelines, and Council policies in relation to environmental health (i.e. On-Site Sewage Management, Food Safety, Public Health Premises).
• Assess and determine applications under the Local Government Act.
• Use technical expertise to analyse and interpret consultant reports, legislation and guidelines to provide professional advice to residents and staff.
• Investigate pollution incidents and respond to complaints, taking appropriate regulatory action when required.
• Conduct themselves in accordance with Councils values-based behaviours.

To find out more about this role and what skills, qualifications and experience you will require to succeed, please refer to the Position Description found when you apply for the role.

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week

Salary (exclusive of super): Strating in the range of $97,130 to $108,718 depending on skills and experience

Superannuation: 12% from 1 July 2025

Vehicle: This role would qualify for a Leaseback Motor Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance

Benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
• Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Career development opportunities
• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region

The region is one of Australias most enviable locations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect for hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food and wine.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Matthew Rand, Health & Building Regulation Coordinator on 02 6581 8***.

Interested in Applying?

Please click Apply for this Job and you will be redirected to Councils website where you can complete the application form & answer the questions which relate to the essential requirements found within the Position Description & Selection Criteria, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.

You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.

Applications Close: Tuesday 1 July 2025 11:30pm

Notes:

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.

Please upload documents in PDF format.

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