Environmental Health Officer

Employment type: Full time, Fixed term until July 2026

Hours per week: 38

Remuneration: Band 6 salary from $104,133.36 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO

Location: Werribee based

 

About the role

This position is a key in the identification and control of health risks across a broad region, to meet regulations and legislation.

You will work with the Environmental Health Unit Team in ongoing environmental inspections, management, recommendations, programs and education required by Council to meet compliance, and provide quality living, working and wellbeing standards throughout Wyndham City.  

What your day will look like

• Actively inspecting premises throughout the Wyndham region, and identifying issues (current and potential) that may contribute to environment health risks
• Inspecting outbreaks and health matters that may affect municipal health, and responding to complaints from a diverse range of stakeholders  
• Delivering proposals to manage potential environmental/public health risks and compliance with regulations
• Providing expertise and trusted advice, making recommendations for control measures, risk mitigation, and the compliance of health standards
• Overseeing construction and maintenance of premises (including food; industrial, beauty) ensuring relevant standards are met

What you will bring

• A Degree qualification in Applied Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent qualification as declared by the Secretary of the Department of Health.
• Eligible to be member of Environmental Health Professionals Australia
• Experience delivering environmental health services inspections and legislative requirements throughout a diverse growth region
• Systems skills with experience in specific Environmental Health Services software
• A strong independent management approach with an ability to collaborate and contribute to team, and enforce decisions delivered in the community
• Advanced communication skills enabling written reports and professional liaison with others
• Sound knowledge and practicality of the required Government Acts pertaining to the delivery of Environmental Health services

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

 

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

 

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

 

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

 

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

 

How to apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.

 

Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 27 July 2025.

 

If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Christine Salm, Coordinator Public & Environmental Health on 9742 0726.

 

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.

 

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

 

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

 

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.