Environmental Health Officer / Technical Officer

• Full-time ongoing opportunity working 38 hours a week
• Band 6 Salary range from $91,938 to $102,015 per annum plus super
• Monthly RDO available
• Work with a close-knit team of motivated and friendly staff

About The City Of Ballarat

The City of Ballarat, 100km west of Melbourne’s CBD is one of the largest inland regional cities in the country. Ballarat is uniquely located with easy access to Melbourne, Geelong and Bendigo and is the Western Victorian capital for a region of 250,000 people.

The City of Ballarat has a growing economy that attracts and retains innovative businesses, employs a highly skilled workforce and attracts new residents whilst promoting the city’s unique heritage and vibrant cultural life. It has all the services, retail and entertainment opportunities you'd find in a capital city but with a relaxed country attitude. With affordable housing at a fraction of Melbourne prices and a progressive leadership team, now is a great time to join the City of Ballarat.

About The Role

The Environmental Health Unit forms a part of the Regulatory Services Department within the Development and Growth Division. The Environmental Health team seeks to protect, promote and enhance the public health and wellbeing of the community through the delivery of efficient programs that minimise the risk to public health, and delivers on the statutory functions of Local Government in Victoria.

The role will have a key focus with onsite wastewater management, assessing and approving (septic) permits and implementing City of Ballarat Onsite Wastewater Management Plan. Assisting Council's strategic and statutory planning department in the assessment of planning applications by providing advice on matters related to sewerage treatments on un-sewered lots. Conduct investigations under the Environment Protection Act and Public Health and Wellbeing Act. An opportunity to assist in the development of policies and procedures regarding onsite wastewater management and enhance the wellbeing of the community through targeted health and education programs, while delivering on Council’s statutory responsibilities.

The role will also maintain environmental health standards through planning, monitoring, investigating, preventing and minimising environmental hazards that impact on health and wellbeing, fulfilling the statutory requirements of the Local Government Act, Public Health & Wellbeing Act, Food Act, Tobacco Act, Environment Protection Act and Residential Tenancy Act.

Further, the role will actively participate in response and recovery arrangements within City of Ballarat’s Emergency Management role. As part of the Environmental Health team, provide the best possible environment to enhance and promote City of Ballarat’s and the team’s business plan.

About You

To be successful in this role you will hold a Bachelor of Health Science or equivalent gazetted qualification necessary for appointment as Environmental Health Officer under the Public Health & Wellbeing Act 2008, as well as demonstrated experience as an Environmental Health Officer with a strong focus on wastewater management or relevant regulatory role in local or state government setting would be highly regarded.

Key Selection Criteria

• Hold a Bachelor of Health Science or equivalent gazetted qualification necessary for appointment as Environmental Health Officer under the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008; OR
• Undergraduate Degree, Diploma, or similar qualification/experience in a relevant field/s
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying relevant legislation to undertake Environmental Health duties.
• Sound understanding of onsite wastewater management and the permit process.
• Proven ability to employ good judgement and effectively utilise discretion in a regulatory environment.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to effectively engage with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proven strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Self-starter with a proven ability to prioritise workload and effectively work within a team environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety issues relevant to work activities and work area.
• Preparedness to work afterhours in emergency situations and be part of the team’s emergency afterhours roster on a periodic basis, and
• Hold a current driver’s licence.

Be Part Of Something More

Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community. Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accountability in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.

Benefits

There’s more to remuneration than just salary.

Here Are Some Key Benefits You Might Value

• Learning and development programs
• Flexible work policies
• Employee benefits program
• MyWellbeing initiatives

To Apply

To apply for this position please click on the apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 11:59pm Sunday 9 August 2026.

Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and respond to the key selection criteria as outlined on the Position Description.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact Tyrone Marini, Coordinator Environmental Health on 03 5320 5702.

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at Sign in to view email

We’re proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.