Commencing: Immediately
Position Status: Full Time
Salary: $70,714 - $74,645 per annum
*PLUS subsidised housing

An exciting opportunity has emerged at the Shire of Merredin for a suitably qualified Environmental Health Officer (EHO) to join our team. This role will sit within the Strategy & Community Directorate and will support the Executive Manager Strategy & Community (EMSC) to achieve strategic outcomes relative to the department.

The EHO will undertake activities which relate to the Shire’s delivery of Health, Building, Planning, Environmental and Waste Management Services. They will provide professional assistance, information, advice and reports to the Executive Manager Strategy & Community, staff and the public in relation to the Shire’s Environmental Health statutory functions, programs and projects in the Shire of Merredin. The position also involves a limited level of involvement in Building and Town Planning activities and applications.

The EHO will provide professional assistance, information, advice, and reports to the Executive Manager Strategy & Community, staff and the public in relation to the Shire’s Environmental Health statutory functions, programs and projects in the Shire of Merredin.

This position offers excellent benefits for an enthusiastic and driven individual who in return will be offered:

• A fantastic work life balance;
• A small, personable team environment;
• Training and development opportunities;
• Access to additional superannuation through the Shire’s co-contribution program;
• Subsidised housing in a Shire house;
• Salary sacrifice options; and
• A great employee Health and Wellbeing Program including flu shots, skin cancer screens and an Employee Assistance Program.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge and understanding of local government regulations, local laws and policies. They will have experience in the delivery of Environmental Health Services and will also have a sound knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety and Risk Management in this field.

Applications are to include a CV and covering letter (max 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria and indicating your ability to meet the role requirements. A position description, which includes the selection criteria, can be obtained on the Shire’s website or requested via email: careers@merredin.wa.gov.au.  

Applications are to be received by no later than 4:00pm on Monday, 26 May 2025. Applications are to be marked "Private and Confidential" and emailed to careers@merredin.wa.gov.au or sent via post to PO Box 42, Merredin WA 6415.

If you are interested in the role and would like more information, please contact Craig Watts, Chief Executive Officer on (08) 9041 1611.

Craig Watts
Chief Executive Officer