TAG Graduate Environmental Health Officer

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The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with diverse communities. We deliver 28 key services to over 380,000 residents.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Environmental Health Officer to join our Public Health and Environment team. In this role, you will contribute to the monitoring and regulation of food and health premises across the City to support the safety, health and wellbeing of our community. This position offers hands-on experience across a variety of environmental health matters and is ideal for a recent graduate looking to launch their local government career.

• Carry out inspections and regulatory actions for food premises, skin penetration businesses, public pools, cooling towers and boarding houses.
• Assist in investigations of environmental issues and major pollution incidents.
• Support the implementation of educational programs on public and environmental health.
• Provide input on Development Applications involving contaminated land or environmental concerns.
• Prepare reports, correspondence and represent Council in formal meetings when required.
• Liaise with external agencies and community stakeholders on public health matters.
• Ensure accurate documentation and uphold legislative compliance.

For a full list of duties, please review the position description.

• Recently completed a tertiary qualification in Environmental Health or Public Health.
• A sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the Local Government Act, Food Act, and Public Health Act.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional approach to regulatory duties.
• Excellent problem-solving and investigative skills.
• A current Class C Driver's Licence.
• Prior experience in public or environmental health (paid or unpaid) is highly desirable.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $71,819 (Grade D, Step 1) plus 12% super.

• Supportive team culture with experienced professionals in the environmental health field.
• Permanent full-time role with access to Council's Accrued Time Off program and other benefits.
• An opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the health and safety of our local community.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth in local government.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact George Webb (Team Leader Public Health and Environment) at george.webb@cbcity.nsw.gov.au.

You will need to submit your application via the 'Apply' button below and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close 30 September 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.