Hawkesbury City Council

Environmental Health Officer

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• Part Time – 14 hours per week
• Pay Range $47.38 - $56.85 per hour + 11.5% superannuation
• Fitness Passport + On-Site Parking

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Coordinator Environmental Health and based in Windsor, the purpose of this position is to assist Council in efficiently and effectively managing the environment regarding pollution control and public health on a day-to-day basis, in an attempt to improve the quality of lifestyle and environment within the city.

About You

You will have demonstrated experience in Environmental Health with strong interpersonal skills. You will be adept at effectively managing conflicts, mediations and negotiations and you will display robust technical knowledge which will be required to solve complex problems. You will have experience interpreting and enforcing legislation and be accustomed to making decisions and judgements under minimal supervision.

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health)
• Demonstrated experience in Environmental Health
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Demonstrated experience in managing conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation
• Experience using various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite for spreadsheets, graphs, mapping as well as other systems for property enquiries, correspondence and report writing
• Ability to apply technical knowledge to a range of complex situations
• Ability to interpret legislation and enforce such legislation
• Class C Drivers Licence
• WHS General Construction Work in NSW
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)

The Rewards

An attractive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience.

• Great working environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition program
• Fitness Passport OR Corporate Rate Gym Membership - Oasis Leisure Centre
• Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council’s People and Development Team on 02 4560 4444.

Applications close Sunday 23rd February 2025

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.