2025_ - Environmental Health Officer

11 hours ago

Carnarvon WA, Australia Shire of Carnarvon Full time $1,153,090 - $1,204,664 per year

Environmental Health Officer

Position Number:

71

Department:

Community Planning & Sustainability

Level:

6-7 Depending on skills, experience and qualifications

Award:

May be covered under Local Government Officers' Award

Remuneration:

$96, $100, Base Salary)

Plus, district and housing allowance (if eligible) and superannuation.

Base salary and allowances will be applied on a pro-rata basis for part-time positions.

Reports to:

Senior Environmental Health Officer

Protect Public Health Where the River Meets the Reef
At the Shire of Carnarvon, we play a vital role in safeguarding the wellbeing of our community — from the river to the reef, through every food business, public event, and neighbourhood that calls 6701 home. As part of our Community Planning & Sustainability team, you will contribute to a healthy, safe, and thriving community. This is an opportunity to make a real impact through meaningful regulatory work, proactive community engagement, and hands-on environmental health programs that shape the future of the Gascoyne. This is more than compliance — it's connection, prevention, and public health leadership.
What You'll Do
As our Environmental Health Officer, you will: - Protect community health through inspections, investigations, sampling programs and surveillance activities. - Administer and enforce key legislation including the Food Act 2008, Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1911, and local laws. - Process applications relating to food businesses, public buildings, effluent disposal systems, events and stallholders. - Support the Shire's mosquito and pest management programs, including contractor coordination and monitoring. - Respond to environmental health complaints, undertaking investigations and recommending appropriate actions. - Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and contribute to policy development and continuous improvement. - Promote community education and awareness on environmental health risks. - Work collaboratively across the Community Planning & Sustainability team to support shared objectives. You'll be part of a small, committed team that plays a pivotal role in ensuring our community remains healthy, sustainable, and informed.
About You
You'll bring: - Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health (or related discipline) and eligibility for appointment as an EHO in WA. - Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulatory frameworks, and environmental health practices. - Experience in inspections, investigations, sampling, and compliance assessments. - Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with the community, businesses, contractors, and internal teams. - High-level organisation, time management, and digital literacy. - A commitment to workplace health and safety. - Alignment with our CARECHIP values — Courage, Authenticity, Respect, Excellence, Cohesion, Humility, Inclusion, Passion. Experience in regional or remote local government and knowledge of local environmental health challenges are highly regarded.
Why Join Us
We value people who are committed to community health and want to grow their careers in a supportive, purpose-driven environment. Your package includes: - Competitive salary: $96,225.97 – $100,372.20 plus superannuation, district allowance & housing allowance (if eligible). - $5,000 retention bonus after 3 years' service.* - 5 weeks annual leave + 2 local government public holidays. - Professional development and ongoing training opportunities. - Annual leave travel assistance, club membership subsidies, gym membership subsidy, and aquatic centre access. - Additional allowances and subsidies as per our Attraction & Retention Policy.* - A values-led workplace where culture, wellbeing, and community impact truly matter.
How to Apply

If you're ready to help protect public health and contribute to a resilient, sustainable Carnarvon, we'd love to hear from you. To view the full position description: EHO PD

Applications close: Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 4pm

For more information, please contact Denika Sweetman Manager People, Culture & Wellbeing, on

The Shire of Carnarvon reserves the right to close applications early and/or commence the shortlisting and interview process prior to the advertised closing date. The position may be filled at any time upon identification of a suitable applicant.

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