Public Health Team Lead: Mentor, Improve Community Health

Glen Eira City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 113,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Supportive team environment

Paid training and development programs

Reward and recognition programs

Comprehensive leave entitlements

Job summary

Glen Eira City Council is seeking a Team Leader Public Health to guide Environmental Health Officers and deliver high-quality services across the community.

You will review policies and procedures, ensure professional conduct, and drive continuous improvement with strong mentoring and stakeholder engagement. The role is a full-time, permanent position based in Melbourne with a supportive leadership framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level health sciences degree or equivalent with eligibility for EHP Australia membership.
• Extensive experience in Environmental Health field and public health legislation.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Environmental Health professionals while developing your leadership career.
• Undertake internal audits of Officer inspections and investigations for policy compliance.
• Manage difficult complaints and negotiate outcomes to ensure high levels of compliance with legislation.
• Review legal proceedings and liaise with Council solicitors to ensure proper evidence handling.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Auditing

Policy development

Stakeholder communication

Public health knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Health Sciences (Environmental and Public Health)

Membership eligibility: Environmental Health Professionals Australia

Job description

Glen Eira City Council is seeking a Team Leader Public Health to guide Environmental Health Officers and deliver high-quality services across the community.

You will review policies and procedures, ensure professional conduct, and drive continuous improvement with strong mentoring and stakeholder engagement. The role is a full-time, permanent position based in Melbourne with a supportive leadership framework.