Environmental Health Officer

Public Sector People; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Sector People is seeking an Environmental Health Officer for a local NSW council in Port Macquarie. The role delivers environmental health services, regulatory compliance, and community education to protect public health.

The position contributes to safeguarding both natural and built environments through investigations, risk management, and active stakeholder engagement with the community and local agencies.

Qualifications

• Qualifications recognised by the NSW Ministry of Health for appointment as an Environmental Health Officer.
• Sound knowledge of relevant environmental health and local government legislation.
• A current Class C Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver environmental health, regulatory compliance, and community education services.

Skills

Environmental health knowledge

Legislation knowledge

Driver licence

Job description

This position is responsible for delivering environmental health, regulatory compliance, and community education services that promote public health, environmental sustainability, and community wellbeing.

The role contributes to protecting and enhancing both the natural and built environment through compliance, investigation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement activities across the local government area.

• Qualifications recognised by the NSW Ministry of Health for appointment as an Environmental Health Officer.
• Sound knowledge of relevant environmental health and local government legislation.
• A current Class C Driver Licence.