Are you ready to help protect public health, preserve the environment and support a thriving community?

We're seeking a proactive and customer-focused Environmental Compliance Officer to investigate, monitor and enforce environmental, public health and development compliance matters across the local government area.

In this diverse role, you'll conduct inspections, provide expert advice, respond to community concerns and work closely with residents, businesses and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with relevant legislation while promoting a safe, healthy and sustainable community.

YOUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT (for eligible employees)

A commencing annual salary between $102,726 - $115,612 dependent upon skills and experience (inclusive of 12% superannuation)Work a 9-day fortnight, based on a 35-hour working weekFlexible and hybrid working arrangements under Council’s Flex First Procedure including access to an individualised hours agreementAccess to 2 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unusedAccess to 1 week MyLeave per year, to be utilised for any purposeAccess to long service leave after 5 years of employmentSalary packaging options available including novated leasingGenerous paid parental leave arrangements for both parentsGenerous reward and recognition programs and initiatives

YOUR CAREER





A supportive environment to assist you to reach your career goalsAccess to ongoing professional development and individual development plansOngoing training and support through Council’s cultural development programContinuing Career development support for accredited professionalsMentoring and coaching programsOpportunities for secondments and higher-grade duties arrangementsAccess to e-learning platforms

YOUR WELLBEING

A suite of health and wellbeing programs offered each yearFree vaccinations and health checksA supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valuedA range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental health championsStaff fitness initiativesAccess to a confidential counselling service for you and your family

The contact officer for this position is Grahame Dawson, Environmental Health & Compliance Coordinator on (02) 4823 4559.

Applications close Monday, 14th September 2026 at 5:00pm.

This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

📌 Environmental Compliance Officer (Bowral)
🏢 Goulburn Mulwaree Council
📍 Bowral