Cadet Environmental Health Officer

Temporary Full-Time (up to 4 years)

Are you ready to start your career in Environmental Health? Be supported and make a difference as a Cadet Environmental Health Officer with Lake Mac Council

• Earn while you learn – Get paid while you study a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or similar
• Gain valuable skills while being mentored by highly skilled professionals
• Make a difference and positively contribute to our community

Lake Macquarie City Council is one of the largest employers of training positions in the Hunter region. The Cadet Environmental Health Officer is part of Council's Early Careers Program – designed to provide you with on-the-job experience, mentoring and support from highly skilled professionals, all while you complete a formal qualification. Additional benefits include paid course fees and paid study time while gaining valuable skills and experience. Earn while you learn and kick-start your career with Lake Mac Council

LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB

This cadetship is a four-year program designed to support you in completing a Bachelor of Science degree, with a focus on Environmental Health, Environmental Management, or a related discipline. As a Cadet Environmental Health Officer (EHO), you will gain technical knowledge, develop valuable skills, and receive hands-on experience in delivering council services that address environmental factors impacting public health.

You will be supported to participate in annual inspection programs aligned with environmental and public health legislation, using a risk-based assessment framework to ensure community safety. You'll also contribute to fostering a collaborative team environment and delivering high-quality services to the public. Training will be provided both on-the-job and through your university studies, either on campus or online.

In this role, we will support you to:

• Undertake monitoring programs, analyse data, undertake or arrange sample testing and make recommendations relating to the outcomes of same.
• Investigate pollution incidents, public health and environmental matters, gather evidence and all relevant information and recommend appropriate action in accordance with Councils statutory obligations.
• Investigate and resolve where possible customer complaints with all relevant legislation and Council approved policies.
• Provide technical advice to internal and external customers and apply the relevant provisions of the legislation covering environmental and public health issues as they relate to the operations of Council.
• Assist in the processing of development application referrals that relate to environmental and public health issues including food premises, acoustic issues, contamination, air and water pollution, wastewater disposal, sewerage treatment systems, cooling towers, swimming pools and skin penetration.

The position is located at LMCC Works Depot and involves travel to multiple areas within Lake Macquarie.

Applicants who hold a Bachelor of Science degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, may not be eligible to apply.

Read the position statement and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU

• Have completed first year (8 Courses) of a tertiary degree in Environmental Health, Environment Science, Environmental Management, etc.)
• Commitment to completing all training course requirements including workshop residentials.
• Proven ability to understand written communication and prepare simple forms of written communication to a professional standard
• Enjoy working in a team
• Have a good attention to detail and experience with software such as Microsoft 365
• Hold a minimum of Provisional Drivers Licence.

LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Receive a wage whilst studying towards a qualification starting from $1,057.60 per week plus 12 per cent superannuation
• Payment of university fees (including course and amenities fees) for the remainder of your related undergraduate studies
• Paid time to study and attend compulsory classes
• Yearly pay reviews and increases based on performance
• 35-hour working week with nine-day fortnight and flexible work arrangements
• Four weeks paid annual leave
• Be mentored and work closely with Team of qualified professionals in a supportive, empowering, innovative and collaborative work environment
• Click here to view more benefits on offer.

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET'S START

• If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you Get your application in by midnight, 28 September 2025
• For enquiries about the role, contact Emma Guilfoyle, Senior Lead Environmental Compliance, or via email
• If you need assistance with your application, any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact Blair Stevenson, Talent Acquisition Advisor for a confidential discussion on or via email or click here for more information.
• Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you
• To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here.
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.