Temporary Full-Time (70 hours per fortnight – up to 52 weeks)
Salary from $94,063 (inc superannuation)
Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
Make a Real Impact in Our Community
Join a passionate team committed to enhancing public health and environmental standards across the beautiful New England region. As our Environmental Health & Compliance Officer, you'll lead proactive inspections and investigations that directly improve the wellbeing of our residents.
Why Glen Innes Severn Council?
We serve a picturesque region spanning 5,487km², including Glen Innes and surrounding villages. Enjoy:
* A friendly, well-serviced rural community
* Laid-back lifestyle with short commutes
* Affordable housing
* Easy access to NSW north coast beaches and regional centres
* Excellent recreational and sporting facilities
About the Role
You'll conduct inspections, investigations, and enforcement activities to ensure compliance with NSW legislation and Council policies. Your work will uphold high environmental health standards and contribute to a safer, healthier community.
About You
We're looking for someone who shares our values of respect, integrity, courage, honesty, and transparency.
Essential Criteria:
Minimum 2 years' experience in environmental health or regulatory compliance
Strong knowledge of NSW environmental health legislation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Physical capability for field inspections in varied conditions
Current Class C driver's licence
Desirable Criteria:
Bachelor's degree in environmental/public health or related field
Registration or eligibility with Environmental Health Australia (EHA)
Experience in local government
Knowledge of legal and court procedures
Certificate IV in Government (Investigation)
Training in food safety auditing or HACCP principles
Benefits of Working with Us
We offer a supportive and collaborative environment with benefits including:
* Salary packaging (novated leasing, remote area housing benefits)
* Long service leave after 5 years
* Corporate wellbeing programs
* Employee vaccinations
* Supplied PPE
* Training and development opportunities
Need More Info?
Position enquiries: Riarna Sheridan – Director Place and Growth | |
Application enquiries: Helen Stapleton – Human Resources Officer | |
Applications close: 5:00pm, Monday 29 September 2025
Glen Innes Severn Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We welcome applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Bernard Smith – General Manager
Promoting a safe and healthy workplace