Application Close Date: 11:59pm on 19 August 2026

At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose.

Life with us is the best of both worlds.

What we offer you

- Salary: $96,476 – $111,676 per annum according to skills and experience, +12% superannuation
- Leaseback Vehicle available with this position
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Ongoing professional development, study support and career growth opportunities
- Access to Fitness Passport and complimentary Ripples Leisure Centre Membership
- The opportunity to make a positive impact within our community
- The best of both worlds – click here to learn more

Here’s what you’ll be up to…

The successful applicant will become an integral member of the Environmental Health section and will primarily be responsible for:

- Environmental health assessment of development applications
- Implementing Council’s Onsite Wastewater Management Program.
- Investigation and resolution of environmental health complaints, pollution investigations and associated enforcement.
- Public health inspections such as food premises, public pools and spas, skin penetration systems.

Depending on resource needs, there may also be a requirement to complete a broader range of environmental health duties and the successful Officer may be asked to work within both the Setting Team and Health Team dependent on operational needs.

Who we are (And why you’ll love us)

- You’ll be joining a high-performing, professional and supportive team that thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- We value collaboration,



continuous learning and strong leadership at all levels, creating a culture where people are encouraged to grow, take initiative and contribute to meaningful outcomes for our community.
- We actively support professional development, build strong team connections and celebrate success through shared achievements, recognition and a genuine sense of camaraderie.

Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role.

What are we looking for?

- We are looking for a motivated and capable environmental health officer who is ready for their next challenge and inspired by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for our community.
- You will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, bringing resilience, sound judgement and a proactive approach to work and achieving results.
- With a collaborative style, you will build strong relationships, and contribute to a positive, high-performing team culture.
- A commitment to continuous learning, innovation and shared success will see you excel in this role and embody our values.

The must-know bits

You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check,



Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.

Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process.

Ready to make work feel less like… work?

If you’re nodding along and already picturing your first day, submit your application by hitting ‘Apply Now’.

In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are (remove this if not requiring criteria to be addressed) required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (outlined in the position description) as a part of their application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.

We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk.

For more information, contact Council’s Acting Environmental Health Team Leader on 4732 7524.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation. For more information about this, please see our website.

At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.

📌 Environmental Health Officer (Penrith)
🏢 Penrith City Council
📍 Penrith