Environment Officer

3 days ago

Ballina, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time

**ABOUT US**:

- Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**:
**Position**

We are currently seeking a passionate and suitably qualified individual to join Council's Public and Environmental Health section.

Reporting to the Coordinator of Public and Environmental Health, the Environment Officer Coast and Estuaries is part of a motivated and professional team dedicated to delivering positive environmental outcomes across the Shire. This includes playing a vital role in implementing our coastal management and healthy waterways programs, along with general environmental health services.

The role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic planning, and excellent communication skills to effectively support and advance our environmental health initiatives. A key focus includes developing plans, policies, and partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance program success and community awareness.

**To be successful you will bring**
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, environmental health or an allied profession.
- Demonstrated industry experience with knowledge of contemporary coast and estuary management programs.
- Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to manage grant funded projects.
- Proven ability to support the coordination and delivery of community and stakeholder engagement programs.
- Proven experience working collectively and collaboratively across organisations and with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated high level communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to prepare technical reports.
- Demonstrated ability to provide sound technical advice, judgement and creative problem solving.

**The rewards**
- An annual salary range of $84,300 to $112,600 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement for full time staff (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
- Leaseback vehicle for a senior appointment only.
- Support toward the cost of relocation associated with recruitment.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
- Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.

**Applications close**

11.30pm on Sunday 5 October 2025

**Specific enquiries**

Rachael Jenner | Coordinator Public and Environmental Health | 02 6686 1264

  • Customer Service Officer

    3 days ago

    Ballina, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time

    **ABOUT US**: - Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._ Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland...

  • Industry Liaison Officer

    1 week ago

    Ballina, Australia BALLINA SHIRE COUNCIL Full time $63,300 - $72,900 per year

    ABOUT USChange your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.ABOUT THE...

  • Administration Officer

    3 days ago

    Ballina, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time

    **ABOUT US**: - Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._ Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland...

  • Residential Care Officer

    5 days ago

    Ballina, Australia Lojic Institute Ltd Full time

    **About Us** Are you looking for a workplace that values your wellbeing and professional growth? Join us and experience a supportive environment where work-life balance and continuous learning are our top priority. Lojic is committed to the ongoing development and enrichment of life outcomes for individuals, families and communities who require or seek...

  • Community Engagement Officer

    3 days ago

    Ballina, Australia Social Futures Full time

    Community Engagement Officer **Posted**: 17/07/2025 **Closing Date**: 31/07/2025 **Job Type**: Contract **Location**: Ballina **Job Category**: Community Services & Development An exciting opportunity exists with our community engagement and awareness team in a role that has a focus on working closely with our local community. Embarking on a career...

  • Administration Officer

    3 days ago

    Ballina, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time

    **ABOUT US**: - Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._ Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland...

  • Workshop Administration Officer

    5 days ago

    Ballina, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time

    **ABOUT US**: - Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._ Ballina Shire is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland...

  • Visitor Services Officer

    1 week ago

    Ballina, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time

    **ABOUT US**: - Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._ Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland...

  • Communications and Engagement Officer

    5 days ago

    Ballina NSW, Australia BALLINA SHIRE COUNCIL Full time $79,800 - $91,600 per year

    ABOUT USChange your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.ABOUT THE...

  • Environmental Health Officer

    1 week ago

    Ballina, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time

    **ABOUT US**: - Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._ Ballina Shire is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland...