 
						Environmental Health Officer
1 week ago
**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 individual with extensive professional public and environmental health experience to join Council's Public and Environmental Health section.
Reporting to the Coordinator Health and Environment, this role will be part of a collaborative team focused on enhancing community well-being by promoting public health, safety, and environmental sustainability. The duties of this senior position are varied, involving the oversight of compliance with health and environmental regulations, and managing the Council's associated regulatory and enforcement responsibilities.
**To be successful you will bring**
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Tertiary qualifications at degree level in an environmental health related field.
- Proven extensive experience in delivering specialist environmental health services within local government, with a demonstrated ability to independently manage complex and varied environmental health issues.
- Proven ability to prepare and present comprehensive environmental health reports and submissions, demonstrating advanced written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven extensive experience in developing and maintaining strong relationships with diverse community sectors and stakeholders, demonstrating the ability to effectively manage competing priorities and resolve conflicts in a professional and courteous manner.
- Demonstrated advanced analytical and critical thinking skills, with a demonstrated ability to independently assess and exercise sound judgment in complex environmental health matters, compliance, and enforcement actions.
**The rewards**
- An annual salary range of up to $112,600 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- The option of a leaseback vehicle for work and private use in accordance with Council’s Light Motor Vehicle Policy.
- A rostered day off working arrangement (19 day month, 9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
- Health and wellbeing support (including Fitness Passport member options).
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Learning and career development opportunities.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
**Applications close**
11.30pm on Friday 27 June 2025
**Specific enquiries**
Kristy Bell | Coordinator Health and Environment | 02 6686 1428
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