CareerPlan

Senior Environmental Health Officer

Bathurst, New South WalesFull-time$2k2026-10-08 → 2026-10-22

Core

Lead a team of Environmental Officers to implement policies, procedures, and programs that educate the community and assist the Council to protect and enhance the local environment.

Role type

Senior Environmental Health Officer (Regulatory & Compliance)

Builds

Environmental compliance programs, regulatory enforcement actions, and community education initiatives

Domain

Local Government / Environmental Regulation

Required skills

Environmental regulation enforcement, environmental impact assessment, policy implementation, staff mentoring and supervision, conflict resolution, project management, written and verbal communication, knowledge of Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 and Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016

Preferred skills

Class C NSW Drivers Licence, advanced MS Office skills

Responsibilities

Prepare warning letters, notices, orders, and Penalty Infringement Notices; review Environmental Impact Statements and Review of Environmental Factors; provide technical advice on biodiversity and environmental compliance; supervise and mentor staff; negotiate conflict with stakeholders

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership