Graduate Environmental Health Officer
Job No:
ISC445
Location:
Inverell
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Inverell Shire Council is looking for someone like you for the role of Graduate Environmental Health Officer. The Graduate Environmental Health Officer is responsible for undertaking environmental and public health functions on behalf of Council including the day to day oversight of a number of Council facilities such as cemeteries and landfills.
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About the role As a key member of the environmental services team, the Graduate Environmental Health Officer provides or supports the delivery of a variety of services to the Inverell Community, including but not limited to:
Remuneration shall range from $1,349.60 to $1,497.14 gross per week. |
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Why work for Inverell Shire Council? As one of the largest employers in the Inverell area Council provides a variety of opportunities and benefits to staff:
In addition to a collaborative and supportive work environment, staff at Inverell Shire Council enjoy a range of other benefits, including but not limited to:
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The following selection criteria shall be considered as part of your application:
Essential:
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Three (3) to five (5) years experience in a similar role.
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An understanding of relevant environmental, public health and local government legislation.
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Class C (1A) Drivers Licence.
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Experience using a range of computer software packages including word processing, spread sheets, data bases etc.
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High degree of interpersonal skills including experience in managing difficult situations and negotiating outcomes.
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Understanding of and demonstrated capacity to deliver good customer service.
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Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of workplace health and safety issues as they relate to the position.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable:
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Completion of Bachelor Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent.
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A working knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
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Demonstrated capacity to prepare reports on technical matters relating to environmental health field.
Don't meet all of the above criteria? That's OK, we still want to hear from you! Submit an application and detail what criteria you meet and we shall be in touch.
Employment will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Local Government (State) Award 2023. The classification for the position is Band 2, Level 2, Grades 10 to 11. Salary will be in accordance with qualifications and experience, and will be in a range from $1,349.60 to $1,497.14 gross per week.
Do you have any questions about the role, about working for Council, or anything else? Please contact Council's Manager Environmental Health Howard Marsden on (02) 6728 8200, or Council's Workforce Services team on (02) 6728 8246 and we will answer any questions you might.
Ready to apply? Click Apply Now, answer the questions, and submit to be considered for this role. Applications will close on Sunday, 12 July 2026 at 11:59pm. Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a smoke free work environment.
Brett McInnes
General Manager
Inverell Shire Council