About the Town
Based in the beautiful inner western suburbs of Perth, the Town of Cambridge has some of the best natural areas, open spaces, recreation, and sporting facilities in the state; Town of Cambridge staff can effortlessly enjoy attractions such as City Beach, Galup, and Bold Park in their lunch break, or after work.
Our mission is to maintain and enhance our very liveable suburbs, their streetscapes and character and our vibrant activity centres through strategic, cost-effective management of resources and an enhanced community experience.
The Team
The Regulatory Services branch is embarking on a bold new strategic vision and is seeking dynamic, driven individuals to join them on this transformative journey! With a strong focus on delivering enhanced, effective, and efficient environmental, community, regulatory, and public health services, the Branch has established several new roles to support this vision.
The Environmental Health Services team is committed to delivering high-quality environmental health services, including providing expert advice to both internal and external customers, issuing permits and registrations, and conducting inspections to ensure legislative compliance. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding customer service and eager to be part of this exciting transformation, we encourage you to apply!
The Role
Join our Regulatory Services branch to deliver high-quality and efficient environmental and public health services within the Town. As the successful applicant, you'll provide technical advice to the community and staff, conduct inspections and licensing of food businesses, and ensure regulatory compliance.
This role also involves being challenged with a variety of tasks, including but not limited to investigating and resolving noise, water and air complaints, undertaking pest control inspections and baiting, public pool and ocean water sampling, processing septic tank and greywater applications, and handling settlement enquiries related to environmental health. Additionally, you'll promote awareness of ecological and public health issues within the community.
Selection Criteria
This role is responsible for providing an efficient and effective environmental and public health service to the community and residents that aligns with the Town’s core values of Respect, Friendly and Helpful, Teamwork, Integrity, and Creativity.
The following selection criteria are identified as being required to achieve the outcomes in the context of this position. Applicants will need to provide evidence of their capacity to transfer their knowledge and skills to achieving the outcomes of this position.
- Extensive knowledge of statutory provisions relating to environmental health and public health
- Experience as an Environmental Health Officer
- Experience assisting in policy and program development, and demonstrate good research and evaluation skills to identify program solutions
- Work-specific knowledge in the provision of environmental health services
- Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders and influence to gain cooperation and support
- Good planning/organisational and teamwork skills, including demonstrated ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines
Eligibility
- Right to work in Australia (birth certificate, current passport, or current visa)
- Current WA driver’s licence.
- Tertiary qualifications in environmental health acceptable per the Chief Health Officer of the Department of Health under the Public Health Act 2016.
- Authorisation as an Authorised Person and Inspector under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 is essential.
Why work for Town of Cambridge
- Up to 17% Superannuation (employer contribution)
- Health and Wellbeing program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training and Development opportunities
- Free access to Bold Park Aquatic
- Free car parking
- Quarterly staff cultural awards
- 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years' service in Local Government. Pro-rata long service leave is available after seven years' service (long service entitlements are transferable within Local Governments).
How to apply
If you want to help contribute to the Town of Cambridge and make a difference to our community, we would like to hear from you!
Applications can be submitted online and require you to upload a current resume and respond to questions about your experience about the position as part of the application process. Please review Applicant Information Pack and Position Description above before commencing your application. Click on the 'Apply Online' button to apply.
Should you require any further information regarding this position, please contact Steve Kipkurgat, Coordinator Environmental Health Services, for a confidential discussion on (08) 9383 8948.
Closing date: 5pm, Monday, 27 April 2026; interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date. Therefore, the Town reserves the right to close applications before the aforementioned date.
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