Environmental Health Officer

Synopsis

• Permanent full-time position!
• $85,415 – $96,138 + 12% Superannuation + $8,000 EHO Allowance (salary negotiable based on experience)

About the role

At the City of Melbourne, we’re working together for a healthier, more inclusive city. Our Community Wellbeing Branch delivers a wide range of community-focused services—from maternal and child health to youth, aged care and family support—ensuring all Melburnians can access the care and opportunities they need to thrive.

As part of this branch, the Health Team plays a critical role in protecting and promoting public health across the municipality.

We identify and monitor health risks, inspect businesses for legislative compliance, and respond to public health issues, all while keeping community wellbeing at the centre of our work.

We are seeking an experienced and committed Environmental Health Officer to join one of our three regulatory teams within the Health Team.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading local government organisation and make a tangible impact on public and environmental health outcomes.

A little more about the role

Why join Team Melbourne?

Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.

At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne , you’ll help deliver what’s most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.

We’re proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.

This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to make a real impact , contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne’s future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

About you

You bring a solid foundation in environmental health, supported by strong technical expertise and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

You communicate clearly and confidently, enabling you to provide sound advice to businesses and community members.

With strong attention to detail, you maintain high-quality records and demonstrate professional judgement in regulatory decision-making.

You enjoy working as part of a team, value collaboration, and are motivated by making a positive difference to public health outcomes

What your experience might look like - Key Selection Criteria

Benefits of working with us

How to apply

We'd love to hear how you can make an impact in this role! As part of your application, you will be required to :

Submit your application no later than 11 : 45pm on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

A few important things to note – don’t miss out!

Need more info?

Refer to the position description below or contact Brendan Garrett – Health Team Lead Brendan.Garrett@melbourne.vic.gov.au

Inclusion matters

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.

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