Branch: Compliance and Regulatory Services

Salary Range: AUD $98,778 – $111,969 per annum + 14% superannuation

(Remuneration stated is for full-time positions)

Location: 505 St Paul Terrace, Fortitude Valley (field-based work locations vary)

Our Branch

The Compliance and Regulatory Services Branch protects Brisbane’s public health, safety and amenity through reliable, consistent and legally robust regulatory services. Our Environmental Health teams operate within clear frameworks that enable confident decision‑making, effective prioritisation and strong risk management.

The Role

This is your opportunity to be a part of a positive, enthusiastic and self-motivated professional team. As an Environmental Health Officer within Council, you will utilise your well-developed knowledge of public health and environment to achieve outcomes for our city and residents. Acting on behalf of Council, you will perform your role as an Authorised Officer, exercising delegated powers to apply legislation and local laws.

A typical day as an Environmental Health Officer may include licensing, auditing and complaint-based investigation in areas of food safety, personal appearance, public health and environmental protection.

Brisbane City Council maintains a strong enforcement policy, underpinned by robust processes and comprehensive guidelines that effectively support officers in carrying out their regulatory duties.

We are seeking suitably qualified Environmental Health Officers and welcome applicants with all levels of practical experience.

Working with Council

Advance your career with us and be part of delivering the future of Brisbane. In this role you will enjoy a varied work setting, and exceptional benefits including remote work options, career advancement,



and career development.

Benefits of the Role:

- Working from home arrangements available.
- Diverse work setting.
- 14% superannuation contribution.
- 17.5% loading on annual leave.
- Council provided uniform.
- Access to Council’s car fleet.
- Career progression and professional development.
- Annual membership with Environmental Health Australia.
- Free gym and wellness centre.
- Access to 24/7 confidential EAP service.

About You

We are seeking self-motivated and passionate team players, who have the courage and initiative to make a positive difference to the city of Brisbane and its residents.

To be successful, you will have:

- a tertiary qualification in Environmental Health (please see the link) https://www.eh.org.au/workforce/accredited-courses
- a Working Safely with Children Blue Card
- well-developed time management and organisational skills
- excellent communication, research, and problem-solving skills
- a solid understanding of environmental health principles and legislation.

This position requires a Criminal History Check and a pre‑employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role.Council will arrange for these two checks to be conducted for the recommended candidates.

Application Closing Date: 26 September 2026 at 11:55pm AEST

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.

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📌 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICER (Queensland)
🏢 Brisbane City Council
📍 Queensland