• Temporary Full-time (Maternity Leave to August 2027)
• Band 6 ($99,705 - $108,027) +12% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray, Melbourne

About Us

At Maribyrnong City Council, we are committed to creating a connected, inclusive and thriving community where people feel proud to live, work and visit. Located in Melbourne's vibrant inner west, Maribyrnong is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities, celebrated for its diversity, creativity and strong sense of community. We are passionate about delivering innovative services and opportunities that support our residents, businesses and visitors now and into the future.

The Opportunity

Our Regulatory Services Department has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Environmental Health Officer to join our industry leading and innovative award winning, Environmental Health team that strives to deliver great outcomes, in a very diverse Municipality.

We offer excellent opportunities in training and development and generous staff benefits including flexible working conditions, paid parental leave, social activities and health and well-being programs.

Key Responsibilities

The Environmental Health team is responsible for the delivery and coordination of all Environmental Health Statutory functions, including food safety, infectious disease control, tobacco control, community education and nuisance complaints. You will play a key role in protecting the public health in our Community through monitoring, educating and achieving compliance of public health standards.

Our Team's Mission

Our team of Environmental health professionals assess risk, regulate, educate, enforce and monitor regulations governing public health for both the built and natural environment, in order to promote good public health outcomes and environmental practices.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Bachelor of Applied Science (Public and Environmental Health) or equivalent is essential
• A minimum 2 years' experience in Local Government as an Environmental Health Officer
• The capability to understand and effectively communicate legislative requirements to a diverse range of Customers
• Self-motivation, with well-developed written and verbal communication skills, to achieve and deliver positive outcomes
• The ability to analyse problems and provide solutions with a strong attention to detail.
• A flexible, adaptable and effective approach and managing work priorities when performing duties
• Self-motivation, with well-developed conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Able to work within a team environment, independently and collaboratively
• A current Victorian Drivers Licence.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work cross functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Corporate membership with EHPA
• Discounted membership rate to Maribyrnong Aquatic / Gym Centre
• Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Accrued Day Off every month.

This position would suit someone wanting to work in a flexible full-time role, with a willingness to contribute to the sections strategic direction, continuous improvement, compliance and industry leading enterprises.

So, if you are looking for a role where you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment and can make a genuine difference, while improving your personal development in Environmental Health, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To download the PD, and apply for this job go to: https://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6911228.

To express your interest in this role, please send your Resume and a brief Cover Letter via our Careers website outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria.

Enquiries: For further queries regarding this position, please contact Sandee Paterson, Coordinator Environmental Health on 0408 050 814, for a confidential discussion.

Closing Date: 24 July 2026 - 10pm

Maribyrnong City Council (Council) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and to operating in a manner that complies with its obligations under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards. Council promotes an organisational culture that embeds within it child safe practices and expects its staff to perform their roles and engage with the community in a manner that is consistent with its child safe practices. To guide expected standards of child safe behaviours of all staff, Council has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.

As part of the appointment process, Council may undertake appropriate child safety pre-screening checks of candidates in accordance with Council Child Safety policies and procedures where appropriate. This may include asking child safety-related questions during interview, conducting relevant checks of the candidate's prior contact with children in employment and/or requiring proof of a valid Working With Children Check prior to commencement.

Council welcomes applications from all interested candidates including from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Council's recruitment process will be reasonably adapted to ensure all candidates have equitable access to Council's recruitment process and job opportunities.