- Status Full Time - Permanent

- Based at Maryborough, Victoria

- Classified Band 6A $48.78 per hour plus superannuation plus leave loading

About us

Located just a couple of hours from Melbourne, Maryborough sits in the geographical heart of Victoria, with easy access to major regional centres such as Ballarat and Bendigo. The Central Goldfields Shire combines rich heritage, striking architecture, and a warm, connected community. With affordable housing, quality facilities, solid employment growth and continued investment across the region, it offers an appealing lifestyle that is both convenient and full of opportunity.

Making a difference

As an Environmental Health Officer, you will make a real difference by working directly with community members and local businesses to protect and improve public health across the Shire. Through education, advice and practical compliance support, you will help businesses meet their obligations while creating safer, healthier places for people to live, work and visit. This role is an opportunity to build robust local relationships, solve real community issues and contribute to positive health and environmental outcomes every day.

Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidate is a practical, community-minded Environmental Health professional who understands that compliance is best achieved through education, support and clear advice. You will be confident working with local businesses, including small business operators, to help them understand their responsibilities, build their skills and knowledge, and work towards meeting public and environmental health requirements. With strong communication and interpersonal skills, you will care about achieving positive outcomes for the community while taking a fair, supportive and risk-based approach to compliance.

Our Values

• Authentic Communication

• Improvement Is Possible





• Collaborative Partnerships

What Central Goldfields Shire Council can offer you?

Central Goldfields Shire Council is a collaborative, community‑focused workplace where our people—our greatest asset—are truly valued. We champion continuous learning, professional support, and innovative thinking to deliver meaningful outcomes for our community. With over 210 staff, we're proud of the positive culture we've built together and the commitment we bring to serving our region.

- Meaningful work with a dedicated team

- Transfer of benefits for employees from other Victorian Councils

- Inclusive and safe work culture with strong drive for gender equality, diversity and transparency in fair recruitment and promotion

- Work-life balance options - Our flexible arrangements promote work-life balance

- Annual salary advancement within Banding through professional development planning

- Free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Program

Selection Criteria

- Read the position description carefully—it outlines the key duties, requirements, and the criteria used to select the most suitable applicant.

- Unless otherwise stated, addressing all key selection criteria is mandatory.

- Avoid simply stating that you meet each criterion; instead, provide specific examples that demonstrate your skills and experience.

Applying for the Role

- To view the Position Description please visit our careers website Central Goldfields Shire Council - Vacancies





- Click on the job title that you are interested in to view the full advertisement.

- Open the detailed position description by scrolling down to next steps and Click on the Download PD Button

- The Position description includes the selection criteria you must address in your cover letter.

- When you're ready to apply, click the Apply now button to access the online application form.

- Upload your CV and cover letter/selection criteria responses.

- For a smoother process, prepare these documents in advance and save them as PDFs to upload.

If you have further questions about the role or joining our team, please contact Louise Turner 04•• ••• 556

Applications close at 5.00pm 26 August 2026.

Please be advised that applications will be assessed as they are received, and this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable applicant is identified.

If you would like to contact our People and Culture team, please email ••••@cgoldshire.vic.gov.au

Central Goldfields Council is committed to providing an inclusive and safe work environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experience of all people. Applicants should be aware that we conduct working with children, police and reference checks to ensure we maintain a safe and inclusive workplace by recruiting the right people.

We are a Child Safe Organisation committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to creating environments where children are safe, valued, and heard.

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To apply for this job go to: https://centralgoldfieldscareers.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6923369. Applications close 26 August 2026

📌 Environmental Health Officer (Maryborough)
🏢 Central Goldfields Shire Council
📍 Maryborough