Environmental Health Officer

2 days ago

Strathfield, Australia Strathfield Municipal Council Full time

**Directorate**: Planning & Environment
**Team**: Resilience, Compliance & Commercial
**Employment Status**: Permanent, full-time
**Employment Arrangement**: 35 hours per week with access to Council’s Agile Work Policy
**Salary Range**:

- **Base Salary**: From $86,905.00 (Grade 14, Step 1) per annum
- **Plus**: 12% superannuation
- **Total Package**: $97,334.00

**About Strathfield Council**

Strathfield Council is a dynamic, medium-sized Council located in Sydney’s Inner West. Covering an area of approximately 14 square kilometres, we proudly serve a vibrant and growing community of around 46,000 residents, with population projections set to exceed 60,000 by 2041.

We are committed to delivering high-quality services, driving community initiatives, and building a thriving, sustainable future for our residents.

**The Opportunity**

Strathfield Council is seeking a motivated **Environmental Health Officer** to join our team.

In this role, you will help protect and promote public health through investigations, inspections, enforcement, and education. You’ll respond to issues such as food safety breaches, pollution incidents, and public health complaints, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and supporting proactive health initiatives across the community.

**Essential Requirements**
- Tertiary Qualifications in Applied Science, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Natural Resources and/or equivalent experience in a similar role.
- Thorough working knowledge of appropriate sections of the Local Government Act 1993, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997, Food Act 2003, Food Standards Codes, Public Health Act 2010, and other relevant legislation, codes, guidelines and standards.
- Demonstrated computer skills and ability to use commercial databases and information registers, including the ability to adapt to new software systems.
- Experience in investigations, capable of handling complex investigative cases using evidence-based method, ideally within a compliance context.
- Sound organisation and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) with demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
- Must hold a current Driver’s Licence.

**Why Work With Us**

At Strathfield Council, you will enjoy a supportive workplace that values balance, growth, and wellbeing. Benefits include:

- Flexible work arrangements through our Agile Work Policy
- 35-hour working week with options for a compressed four-day week
- Generous learning and development opportunities
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program
- Access to the Fitness Passport Program
- Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement Program
- Regular staff engagement events, including quarterly Roadshow lunches.

**Position Description**

**How to Apply**
- Attach the following documents in PDF format:

- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria
- Current resume

**Applications close at 11:59pm on 17 October 2025.**

Job Snapshot
- Employer: Strathfield Municipal Council
- Job Type: Full Time Permanent
- Location: Strathfield, NSW
- Region: Capital City/Metropolitan
- Date Posted: 3/10/2025
- Closing Date: 17/10/2025
- Position #:

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