Environmental Health Officer

Shellharbour NSW, New South Wales Full-time Description We have an exciting new opportunity for an Environmental Health Officer to join the Statutory Planning and Certification Business Unit to play a crucial role in delivering efficient public and environmental health services as mandated by relevant legislation. This position entails routine inspections of food premises, commercial businesses and various health-related facilities, ensuring compliance with established standards while championing a customer-focused approach to enhance community health outcomes. As an Environmental Health Officer, you will be responsible for investigating complaints, assessing development applications and implementing health programs that align with environmental policies. Your expertise will not only support regulatory compliance but also contribute to the development of Council Codes and Policies that promote public health. We are looking for someone who can join us on a journey of success and be part of an energetic and positive team culture. About You Our ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in environmental health or science, along with a working knowledge of relevant legislation. A proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills, capable of fostering positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Degree (or nearing completion) in Environmental Health/Science or a related field.
• Experience inspecting public health premises and investigating environmental complaints.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of adapting to new software applications.

Your ability to interpret legislative requirements and apply them in practice will be key to your success in this role. A current Class C Driver’s License is required, and training or knowledge in Onsite Sewage Management Systems is desirable but not essential. About Us Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 82,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It's an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment. Our dedication to be financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and committing to employing staff who embrace our core values, has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice. We have been recognised with numerous state and national awards in recent times, including eight wins for our First Nations Community the Yirran Muru (many pathways) playspace, as well as being presented as winners in the NSW Landscape Architecture Awards, Regional Achievement Awards, and Parks and Leisure Australia Regional Awards of Excellence. We Offer Shellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.

• Permanent full time, 35 hours per week with access to flexi-time
• Commencing salary range from $84,649 - $93,460 per annum (based on qualifications, skills and experience)
• Plus 12% superannuation
• Fully Maintained Leaseback Vehicle with free accessible onsite parking
• Great culture with a strong, values led and progressive team
• Enjoy our employee benefits programs and access to Novated lease options and significant retail discounts and corporate fitness programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP),bi-annual bonus payments, weekly payrun and more.
• Access to local government and employee benefits such as; Annual award increases, LSL after five years, three weeks sick leave per annum, Health and wellbeing leave and more.

For further information about the position, clickherefor the position description. Contact:Stevie McCormack, Environmental Health Coordinator on 4221 6153. Closing date:Sunday, 29 March 2026 at 11:30pm. Apply now... Complete the application below by answering the questions, describing how your skills and experience are relevant to the position. Your Resume and qualifications can be attached on the NEXT page. Once you start your online application, you may save and return to this later, however incomplete applications will not be considered. You may wish to prepare your responses in a word document and then COPY and PASTE into the fields below. Your Resume and qualifications can be attached on the NEXT page. When you have submitted your application, an email confirmation will be sent to your nominated email address.Please ensure you have the correct email address and check your inbox (including your "junk" inbox). For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria, please view ourGuide To Applying. Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people. Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply. At Shellharbour City Council we promote respect at work as a fundamental right for all, and strive to create a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. This commitment extends to the promotion of the rights of all children and young people to be safe from harm when interacting with our services and spaces. Our values, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability underpin all we do. _Your decision to apply for a role at Shellharbour City Council is the first step in acknowledging your alignment__to our values and aspirations to create a great workplace._ Apply for this role Visit site Share