Trainee Environmental Health Officer

Penrith City Council; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development & study

Fitness Passport & leisure access

Job summary

Penrith City Council is seeking a Trainee Environmental Health Officer to join the Environmental Health section on a full-time temporary basis. The role offers exposure to on-site sewage management, environmental assessments, pollution response, and public health programs, with progression opportunities upon degree completion.

The position requires current enrolment in an Environmental Health or Environmental Management degree (first year completed) and a current Class C Driver Licence.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Environmental Health or Environmental Management degree and have completed at least the first year.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience working as part of a team.
• Demonstrated time management skills.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.
• Understanding of relevant environmental health legislation.

Responsibilities

• Responding to customer requests in a timely manner.
• On-site sewage management responsibilities.
• Environmental assessment of development applications.
• Pollution response activities.
• Food shop and public health program support.
• Delivery of environmental programs and education initiatives.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Time management

Proactiveness

Education

Environmental Health degree or Environmental Management (first year completed)

Tools

Class C Driver Licence

Job description

• Location601 HIGH STREET,PENRITH, NSW, 2750,Australia
• Base Pay$46,460.00 - $67,674.00 / Year
• Job CategoryPlanning and Regulatory Services
• Employee TypeTemporary - Full Time

Contact information

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

Description

Application Close Date: 11:59pm on 28 October 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: $46,460 – $67,674 per annum according to skills and experience, +12% superannuation
• Salary is dependent upon course progression and previous experience. Additionally, your university fees are paid for, under Council’s Educational Assistance Policy.
• 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
• The best of both worlds –click here to learn more

Here’s what you’ll be up to…

The successful applicant will become an integral member of the Environmental Health section. With the opportunity to work within the different Teams in Environmental Health, you will assist in a wide range of environmental health issues, including:

• responding to customer requests,
• on-site sewage management,
• environmental assessment of development applications,
• pollution response,
• food shop and public health programs,
• environmental programs and
• education initiatives.

Appointment to this position is temporary for a period up to the completion of your degree. There may be opportunities for progression in this role.

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.

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

What are we looking for?

• We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee Environmental Health Officer who is inspired by the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on our community.
• As a Trainee Environmental Health Officer, you will currently be undertaking a tertiary degree in Environmental Health (preferred) or Environmental Management and will have completed at least the first year of your studies.
• You will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, bringing resilience, sound judgement and a proactive approach to work and achieving results.
• With a collaborative style, you will build strong relationships, 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.

We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk.

For more information, contact Carlie, Council's Acting Environmental Health Team Leader on 4732 7524.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in and undertaking a degree in Environmental Health or Environmental Management, having completed at least the first year (equivalent) of your course;
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Experience working as part of a team;
• Demonstrated time management skills; and
• A current Class C Driver Licence.
• Previous experience in a relevant area; and
• An understanding of the relevant environmental health legislation.

Summary

Start your career in Environmental Health. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee Environmental Health Officer who is inspired by the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on our community on a full-time temporary basis.