Environmental Health Worker

6 hours ago

Badu Island QLD, Australia 756e9141-f3d8-424d-b7b5-5334368e9af8 Full time $65,000 per year

Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference

What we offer:

  • The is an Identified position
  • $65,000 per annum
  • Based at Division 5, Badu Island
  • Full Time, Fixed Term until 30/06/2026
  • 6 Weeks Annual Leave
  • TSIRC Gazetted Holidays
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Uniforms

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 'outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

Council is seeking a dedicated Environmental Health Worker to support the delivery of our Public Health Program and ensure safe, healthy living environments across the region. This community focused role is ideal for someone passionate about public health, education, and working collaboratively with local stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the delivery of the Public Health Program as outlined in Council's Operational Plan.
  • Monitor, identify, and respond to environmental health issues within the community.
  • Provide community education and awareness on environmental health and safety.
  • Build strong, cooperative working relationships with TSIRC staff.
  • Deliver frontline services to the community on environmental health and animal management matters.
  • Work closely with community members, local health professionals, veterinary services, Rangers, Police, and other Environmental Health Workers to address health and safety concerns.

What We're Looking For:

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Sound knowledge of relevant legislation. This includes but is not limited to Health Act, Food Act, Environmental Protection Act and local laws
  • Understanding of local laws, the relevant Acts pertaining to environmental health and cultural protocols within communities
  • Possess an unrestricted Class "C" Queensland Driver's Licence
  • Developed oral and written communication skills in negotiations, coordination and problem-solving
  • Good organisational skills
  • Reliable and be part of a team
  • Have good work ethics

Applying:

Candidates will need to download the Position Description and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing how your knowledge, skills, experience, qualifications and personal attributes are most relevant to the position by Monday, 1st December, 2025.

If you think you meet most, but not all, of the criteria we encourage you to still put in an application or call to discuss.

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Contact Rowena Johnson on

Applications Close: 01 Dec 2025

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