At a Glance
- Tasks: Investigate environmental health issues and deliver public health inspections.
- Company: Join Hawkesbury City Council, a progressive local government committed to community outcomes.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, flexible work arrangements, and health programs.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive workplace with great team culture and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community health and the environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in Environmental Health and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 110000 - 110000 $ per year.
Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.
- Pay Range $92K - $110K per annum
- 9 Day Fortnight
- On-Site Parking + Leaseback Vehicle Option
- Fitness Passport Option
Hawkesbury City
Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800
square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities.
We are committed to working together to
deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.
Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace
for all people.
We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and
genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally
diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with
disabilities.
The Role
Reporting to the Environmental Compliance Coordinator and based in
Windsor, the successful candidate will join a high-performing team committed to
continuous improvement.
The position is responsible for
- Investigating environmental, public health and pollution complaints.
- Delivering the annual public health inspection programs.
- Assessing development applications from an environmental health perspective.
- Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to protect community health and the environment.
- Contributing to ongoing service improvements and regulatory outcomes
About You
You have demonstrated experience in Environmental Health within
local government and public health settings, with a proven ability to manage
complex regulatory issues and deliver balanced, practical outcomes.
Your strong
technical knowledge and regulatory expertise allow you to assess and resolve
complex environmental health issues, applying sound judgement and
evidence-based decision-making.
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent qualification
- Ability to interpret relevant legislations and enforce such legislations
- Experience in investigating and taking enforcement action relating to environmental health, public health and pollution incidents
- High level of interpersonal, negotiation, conflict resolution and communication skills
- Ability to apply technical knowledge to a range of complex situations
- The right to live and work in Australia
- Class C Drivers Licence
- WHS General Construction Work in NSW
- Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration
- The Rewards
An attractive
salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with
qualification, skills, and experience.
- Great working environment
- Fortnightly Rostered Day Off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Health and Wellbeing Program
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Employee Reward and Recognition program
- Fitness Passport Option
- Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family
- Applications close Sunday, 30th
August 2026
Applications must be submitted online.
Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your
application.
Please note that the canvassing of Councillorsin relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant fromthis process.
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