Senior Environmental Health Officer

Our Community Education and Compliance Department has an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated Senior Environmental Health Officer based in Moranbah to join the team on a permanent full-time basis.

Reporting to the Manager Community Education and Compliance, the Senior Environmental Health Officer will experience a diverse role working across all the environmental health functions, including but not limited to:

• Exercise supervisory responsibility by providing leadership and mentoring to the Environmental Health team, demonstrating both humility and a genuine affinity and respect for people.
• Coordinate the Environment Health workgroup in line with corporate standards and demonstrating the PECS Noble Purpose Enablers and cultural inclusiveness driven by the Chief Executive Officer;
• Undertake legislative compliance in the Isaac Region in accordance with the Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 and maintain the Isaac Regional Council Local Laws.
• Provide proactive 'technical mentoring' in terms of the interpretation and communication of environmental and public health legislation to the team members and report to the Compliance and Integration Manager with respect to any perceived training requirements of Officers and assist with the development of general training and areas of specialisation.
• Negotiate complex and sensitive matters with internal and external customers.
• Develop technical reports, committee reports and correspondence in accordance with Council standards.

The successful candidate will have:

• High level supervisory and team management skills, including coaching and mentoring of teams in a medium to large organisation.
• High level knowledge of the Local Government Act 2009, the Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 and Regulations, and Council's Local Laws and associated subordinate local laws undertaking investigations, entry to premises, collection of evidence, and determination of appropriate compliance or enforcement responses.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage case allocations, specifically the ability to be able to prioritise demands and workloads, undertake investigations including evidence collection and
• Demonstrated ability to formulate concise and accurate written correspondence, memorandums, reports, and statutory notices.
• High level of proficiency with computer use (desktop and mobile), software applications, access information from databases and document management systems.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and the ability to act tactfully in sometimes very sensitive situations.
• Ability to display empathy and tact when communicating with residents who are concerned about the impacts of noncompliance and display engaging interpersonal skills to communicate complex concepts in plain language to customers.

For this position we offer:

• Salary $103, $113,191.75 per annum (Stream A, Level 6-7)
• Subsidised Council housing
• Based in the Moranbah
• 5 weeks annual leave pro-rata @ 17.5% loading
• Up to 14.5% super in accordance with IRC's Certified Agreement
• RDO's in accordance with IRC's Certified Agreement
• Exclusive access for you and your immediate family to our Employee Assistance Program, facilitated through Gryphon Psychology
• Discounted Corporate Health Cover through multiple providers with competitive extras and coverage benefits
• Active Social Club, and much more

For more details on this position, contact the Manager Community Education & Compliance during business hours, Nishu Ellawala - Email:

BEFORE YOU APPLY - ensure to visit to review the position description on Isaac Regional Council's website, as it may contain details relevant to the application questions.

Do you have an overseas qualification and want to be an Environmental Health Officer in Australia?

Applicants with international qualifications, please access the following website: Western Australian Environmental Health Professional Review Board to start the process. 

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your application online, including the following:

• Cover Letter:A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. Describe how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role. Provide specific examples from your past experiences that demonstrate your suitability for the position.
• Resume:A resume capturing your employment history, qualifications, and details of two referees. The most appropriate referees are your present supervisor or your immediate past supervisor that is relevant to the role advertised.

IRC has the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

Applications Close: Sunday 12 October 2025

Isaac Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers are encouraged to apply. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.