Environmental Health Team Leader

Penrith City Council; Penrith; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leaseback Vehicle

Flexible Working Arrangements

Ongoing professional development

Fitness Passport and gym membership

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Penrith City Council is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Team Leader to guide and develop a skilled team in protecting our community and environment. You will oversee regulatory enforcement, advise on policy, and drive sustainable, evidence-based solutions in a growing city.

With a tertiary Environmental Health qualification and proven leadership, you’ll manage development referrals, onsite wastewater programs, and complex public health initiatives while promoting collaboration and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Health or related discipline.
• Experience in environmental health and regulation, including investigation and resolution of complex matters.
• Experience in delivering environmental and public health programs (food safety, pools, onsite wastewater).
• Experience in environmental assessment of development proposals including noise, land contamination, air quality.
• Experience in developing regulatory programs and service improvements.
• Demonstrated leadership of environmental health professionals.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the Environment Team to protect community wellbeing and the natural environment.
• Oversee Environmental Health Officers' work on development referrals, land contamination, acoustics, air quality, and wastewater.
• Drive innovative, sustainable, evidence-based outcomes while maintaining a high-performing team.
• Provide advice to shape policy, guide long-term planning, and deliver sustainable solutions aligned with Council priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory Knowledge

Environmental Health

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or related discipline

Job description

• Location601 HIGH STREET,PENRITH, NSW, 2750,Australia
• Base Pay$134,562.00 - $155,761.00 / Year
• Job CategoryPlanning and Regulatory Services
• Employee TypePermanent - Full Time

Contact information

• Contact NamePaul Reynolds
• Contact Phone[phone]***
• Contact ***************@penrith.city

Application Close Date: 11:59pm on 17 November 2026

At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose.

Life with us is the best of both worlds.

What we offer you

• Salary range $134,560 - $155,761 per annum, plus 12% Superannuation
• Leaseback Vehicle available with this position
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Ongoing professional development, study support and career growth opportunities
• Access to Fitness Passport and complimentary Ripples Leisure Centre Membership
• The opportunity to make a positive impact within our community

Here’s what you’ll be up to…

• Lead and inspire Council’s Environment Team in delivering services that protect and enhance community wellbeing and our natural environment.
• This role oversees a team of Environmental Health Officers that are responsible for:
  • the assessment of development referrals for environmental aspects such as land contamination, acoustics, air quality, and wastewater management;
  • the implementation of Councils onsite wastewater management program;
  • Responding to customer complaints and other pollution incidents; and
  • Developing environmental health policies and procedures.
• You will need to drive innovative, sustainable and evidence-based outcomes while fostering a high-performing team.
• The position plays a critical role working with other sections of Council, providing advice that is used to shape policy, guide long-term planning and delivering innovative, sustainable solutions aligned with Council’s strategic priorities for our growing city.

Who we are (And why you’ll love us)

• You’ll be joining a high-performing, professional and supportive team that thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• We value collaboration, continuous learning and strong leadership at all levels, creating a culture where people are encouraged to grow, take initiative and contribute to meaningful outcomes for our community.
• We actively support professional development, build strong team connections and celebrate success through shared achievements, recognition and a genuine sense of camaraderie.

Our teams are trusted to lead complex work, supported by clear direction, open communication and our leadership roles provide support for wellbeing and balance within a demanding operational environment.

Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role.

What are we looking for?

• We are looking for a motivated and capable leader who is ready for their next challenge and inspired by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for our community.
• You will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, bringing resilience, sound judgement and a proactive approach to leading complex work and achieving results.
• With a collaborative leadership style, you will build strong relationships, support the growth and wellbeing of others, and contribute to a positive, high-performing team culture.
• A commitment to continuous learning, innovation and shared success will see you excel in this role and embody our values.

The must-know bits

You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.

Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation. For more information about this, please see our website.

At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification, preferably a degree, in Environmental Health or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in environmental health and environmental protection regulation, including the investigation, assessment and resolution of complex matters and the application of relevant NSW legislation.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of environmental and public health programs, including food safety, skin penetration, regulated systems, public swimming pools, onsite wastewater management and other environmental health programs, incorporating proactive inspection and enforcement activities.
• Demonstrated experience in the environmental assessment of development application proposals, including residential, commercial and industrial development with regard to environmental and public health considerations such as acoustics, contaminated land, air quality and onsite wastewater management.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing regulatory programs, policies, procedures and service improvements, including the ability to identify priorities, manage competing demands and improve operational practices.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to lead, motivate and support environmental health professionals, prioritise workloads, monitor performance and promote effective team practices and service delivery.
• Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including report writing, preparation of recommendations and the ability to provide professional advice and deliver a high standard of customer service.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.
• Demonstrated experience in regulatory enforcement and legal proceedings, including preparing prosecution briefs, giving evidence and/or representing matters before the courts.
• Previous experience within NSW local government or a comparable regulatory environment.

Summary

Council is looking for a motivated Environmental Health Team Leader who is ready to guide a talented team, strengthen service delivery, and lead the development of initiatives that help build healthier, safer communities.