Environmental Health Officer

Randstad NV; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) for a Logan City Council role in South East Queensland. You will deliver regulatory environmental health services, manage licensing, conduct site inspections and investigate public health complaints.

The position requires a relevant degree eligible for EHA, a current C Class licence, and strong reporting and communication skills with knowledge of local and state legislation. After-hours on-call may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Health eligible for membership with Environmental Health Australia (EHA).
• Current, valid C Class Queensland Driver's Licence.
• Sound knowledge of QLD public and environmental health legislation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, plus ability to write technical reports.
• Willingness to participate in after-hours on-call duties/inspections.

Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated caseload of public and environmental health inspections, licensing applications, and approvals.
• Investigate and respond to customer complaints, requests, and public health incidents promptly.
• Prepare clear, professional technical reports, notices, and legislative correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with Queensland legislation and local government processes.

Skills

Communication

Technical reporting

Regulatory knowledge

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health

Job description

Environmental Health Officer | Local Government

• Location: Logan City / South East QLD

• Contract Duration: ASAP START - 30th April 2027

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced or emerging Environmental Health Officer (EHO) to join our client's Environmental Health & Immunisation team.

Working on behalf of a progressive local government Council, you will deliver regulatory environmental health services, manage licensing, conduct site inspections, and investigate public health complaints in accordance with statutory obligations and Council policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated caseload of public and environmental health inspections, licensing applications, and approvals.

• Investigate and respond to customer complaints, requests, and public health incidents efficiently.

• Prepare clear, professional technical reports, notices, and legislative correspondence.

• Ensure compliance across relevant Queensland legislation (e.g., Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, and relevant Local Laws).

Key Requirements

• Qualifications: A recognised degree in Environmental Health eligible for membership with Environmental Health Australia (EHA).

• Licence: Current, valid C Class Queensland Driver's Licence.

• Knowledge: Sound working knowledge of QLD public and environmental health legislation and local government processes.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to manage customer expectations and write technical reports.

• Health & Safety: Openness to participate in after-hours on-call duties/inspections if required, and willingness to comply with standard vaccination requirements for field personnel.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.