Sustainable Development and Safety Directorate | Environmental Health
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Full-Time3-month contract - Recent graduates and soon-to-graduate studentsencouraged to apply
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- An opportunity to develop your skilled career and gainvaluable local government experience
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- Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employeeperks
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About Us
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TheCity of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs ofPerth, on Whadjuk country. We're a place of experiences, just 20minutes' from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches andwetlands to theme parks and world-class recreationfacilities.
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Atthe City of Cockburn, we're more than just a local government –we're a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our peoplefirst. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact byhelping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place tobe.
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About the Role
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Working within our Public Health team, you will assist indelivering a range of environmental health programs andcompliance activities, including:
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- Food safety, public health and environmentalcompliance
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- On-site effluent disposal and water qualitymonitoring
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- Infectious disease and nuisance investigations
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- Assessing development and building applications
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- Conducting inspections, risk assessments and fieldmonitoring
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- Providing advice and support to residents, businesses andstakeholders
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- Contributing to public health projects and communityeducation initiatives
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About you
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We're seeking a motivated and community-focused EnvironmentalHealth Officer with a focus on public health,
customer serviceand practical problem-solving to guide and inspire positivehealth outcomes across our community.
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You will have:
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- A qualification in Environmental Health (completed ornearing completion)
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- Strong communication and customer serviceskills
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- Sound organisational and problem-solvingabilities
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- The ability to work both independently and as part of ateam
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Local Government experience is not essential. Mentoring andsupport will be provided, making this an excellent opportunityto develop your professional career.
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Salary and Benefits: As per the City of CockburnIndustrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications andexperience.
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Closing Date
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Monday 28 September 2026 at 5pm. TheCity of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting andclose the advertising period early. We are currently not acceptingapplications from agencies.
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Wevalue equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburnstrongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
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City of Cockburn
n Whadjuk Boodjar
n 9 Coleville Crescent,
n Spearwood 6163
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PO Box 1215, Bibra Lake DC ,
n Western Australia, 6965
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Office opening hours:
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8.30am to 4.30pm
n Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
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The City of Cockburn acknowledges the Nyungar people of Beeliar Boodjar. Long ago, now and in the future they care for Country.
n We acknowledge a continuing connection to Land, Waters and Culture and pay our respects to Elders, past and present.
📌 Environmental Health Officer (City of Cockburn)
🏢 The City of Cockburn
📍 City of Cockburn
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