Environmental Health Officer

7 days ago

Kalgoorlie Goldfields Esperance, Australia Shire of Esperance Full time $87,000 - $99,930 per year

Company Information:

The Shire of Esperance, located 750km from Perth on Western Australia's south east coast, comprises some of the most spectacular landscapes and beaches in WA.  The Shire employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region. Employees enjoy generous benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression, and work life balance.

All employees strive to embody the Shire's values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a great place to live and work.

About the Job

There is an exciting opportunity to work with the Development Services Team as an Environmental Health Officer. This position provides professional and technical assistance, information, advice and reports to the Coordinator Environmental Health, the Manager Development Services and Chief Executive Officer on all matters related to public and environmental health in the Shire.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide an outstanding level of customer service to internal/external customers by answering enquiries promptly and effectively and following up customers to ensure that their request has been satisfied.
  • Processing of various applications and applying appropriate public health, environmental health and environmental conditions.
  • Undertake various inspections and monitoring activities in accordance with statutory obligations and operational procedures.

This is a Permanent Full Time, working 38 hours per week.

About you

In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:

  • Tertiary level qualification - Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent acceptable to the Executive Director of Public Health.
  • Three to five years' experience as an Environmental Health Officer.
  • Eligibility for appointment as an authorised person under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 in relation to control of noise, illegal dumping and unauthorised discharges.
  • Familiarisation with the use of sound level measuring equipment.

Benefits

Commencing Salary: $87, negotiable salary up to $99,309.00 may be offered dependant on qualifications and experience).

Additional Benefits

  • Relocation Allowance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Provision of housing with 6-month subsided rent and salary sacrificing
  • Vaccinations

Permanent staff are entitled to:

  • 5 weeks annual leave per year
  • Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution
  • Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%
  • Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
  • Access to career development opportunities
  • Uniform allowance
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations

Applications close: 6.00pm, 28 September 2025. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date and as such, the closing date is subject to change without notice.

Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal at: and include a current Resume, a Cover Letter and statements addressing the Selection Criteria.

Further details are available in the Position Description, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on

The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.

The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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