Cadet Environmental Health Officer (Ref: 1438)

✓ University Course Fees paid by the City

✓ Practical experience to complement your studies

✓ Permanent position with ongoing career opportunities

About the position:

The City of Greater Geraldton is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated person to build a rewarding career in Environmental Health.

As a Cadet Environmental Health Officer, you'll study a Bachelor of Health Science online and work full time alongside experienced professionals to gain real-world experience in a diverse range of environmental health activities that support the health and wellbeing of the community.

Better still, this is a permanent position, providing a transparent pathway into a qualified Environmental Health Officer role upon successful completion of your degree.

Key accountabilities:

• Complete the Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety Major)

• Undertake a progressively expanding scope of activities as knowledge through study increases

• Support food business inspections and food safety programs

• Assist with wastewater treatment and disposal system assessments

• Participate in water quality monitoring programs for public swimming pools, recreational water and drinking water supplies

• Help deliver public health campaigns, community education initiatives and engagement activities

• Develop skills in administration, data management, reporting, communication and regulatory compliance

For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment/.

To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Hayley Williamson on (08)



•••• •929.

Position requirements:

We’re seeking applicants who are enthusiastic and eager to learn about health, science and the environment. University study is an essential part of the role, and applicants must be ready to study the Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety Major) online through Edith Cowan University commencing Semester 1, 2027.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

• Starting salary $56,441 per annum

• Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)

• 100% of course enrolment fees funded by the City

• Travel and accommodation costs for compulsory on-campus study

• 80 hours of paid study leave each year

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• 22 Annual Leave days per annum

• Health & Wellbeing Program

• Flexible working arrangements

• Career opportunities

• Centrally located

• Free parking

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities.



Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying?

Click Apply to submit your application.

To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following:

1. A current resume

2. A written response (maximum 1250 characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims:

i. What interests you about becoming an Environmental Health Officer, and why are you applying for this cadetship with the City of Greater Geraldton?

i. How do you meet the admission requirements to study a Bachelor of Health Science majoring in Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety at Edith Cowan University in Semester 1 2027? Please specify whether you have already received an offer to study.

ii. This cadetship combines university study and full-time work. Tell us how you plan to be successful in managing your time and maintaining your wellbeing to achieve your work and study goals.

Applications close 4pm Monday 23 November 2026.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

📌 Cadet Environmental Health Officer (Geraldton)
🏢 City of Greater Geraldton
📍 Geraldton