Burwood Council

Environmental Health Officer

• Are you starting out in the Environmental Health Field or seeking a new challenge?
• Join an enthusiastic team at a Council with a reputation for being progressive and engaging positively with our vibrant community
• Competitive salary from $79,964 pa to $93,914 pa
• Plus Super, Access to a Leaseback Vehicle and Flexitime
• This role works 35 hours per week and is a temporary 12-month contract, with potential further employment opportunities
• We are ready for you to start immediately

About us:-

The Burwood Council area is a hub of Inner West Sydney and is identified as a Strategic Centre by the NSW State Government. It is a cosmopolitan destination with a thriving business and retail centre with a strong and vibrant future.

Our progressive community enjoys well designed public spaces, inclusive cultural events, intriguing laneways with impressive public art and an enviable restaurant and café scene,

At Burwood our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Community Strategic Plan 2036.

Read on further if you would like to join us

The Position:-

The Environmental Health Officer works within a team, conducting assessments and inspections of all regulated premises within the Local Government Area (LGA). These include Retail Food Premises, Cooling Towers, Skin Penetration Premises, Boarding Houses, Hair and Beauty Salons, Underground Petroleum Storage Systems and Restricted Premises.

This role also provides technical advice in relation to proposed development applications, investigating localised public health and pollution incidents, and works closely with Council’s Compliance Investigation Officers regulating other general health provisions.

The Person:-

To be successful in this role you will have:-

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or related, and/or equivalent demonstrated work experience in a similar role
• Confident and effective communication skills
• Drive and enthusiasm for your job
• An innovative and flexible approach in the workplace

Key Requirements:-

• COVID-19 vaccination for all employees (2 Vaccines)
• Willingness to complete a National Police History Check
• Willingness to complete a pre-employment health assessment
• Current Driver's Licence
• Local Government working experience an advantage

Culture & Benefits:-

• Flexitime arrangements
• Health & Well-being initiatives (ie flu vaccinations, skin checks)
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Enquiries:-

Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or please contact Katherine Cassar, Acting Senior Environmental Health Officer on 9911 9914 or via email Katherine.Cassar@burwood.nsw.gov.au

How to apply:

Please click on “Apply now” and follow the steps.

Applications are to include a resume and answers to the three (3) online questions.

Closing date:-

Monday, 24 March 2025 @ 11:59 pm

At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where every member of our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood.

In serving our community, we are also proud to be a child safe organisation.