Environmental Health Officer

Requisition Number: REQ666580
Position Title / Classification: Environmental Health Officer
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 9 January 2028)
Location: Wagga Wagga District Office
Remuneration: $74,326 - $108,229 per annum (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Applications Close: 1 July 2026
Vaccination Category: A

Join a team where your expertise protects the environment and supports thriving communities.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated Environmental Health Officer to join us in this meaningful role responsible for:

• Identifying, investigating, monitoring and managing a range of environmental health issues
• Enforcement activities in line with public health legalisation
• Designing, marketing and implementing public environmental health programs
  

To find out more, please review the Position Description

About You
Our ideal candidate will:

• Hold a tertiary qualification in Applied Science (Environmental Health) or an equivalent field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in public health within Local, State or Federal government.
• A genuine passion and strong interest in public health and community wellbeing.
• Hold a current Class C driver's licence and demonstrate willingness to travel long distances across the Health Service as required.
  
  

Why join MLHD?

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job - we offer the chance to make a real difference.

• Make a Meaningful Impact - Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Attractive Remuneration - Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
• Generous Salary Packaging - Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development - Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support - Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
  

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.

How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click apply now! Please contact James Allwood, Senior Environmental Health Officer, via [email protected] if you have any questions about this role.

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Toolduring the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.