Advertised Positions

• Permanent Full-Time position
• Salary from $99,086 plus superannuation
• Based at Glen Waverley
• Monthly ADO
• Application close Sunday, 12 July 2026

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

The Public Health Unit provides services designed to maintain and improve the public and environmental health, safety and wellbeing of the community.

About the position

We are seeking an enthusiastic Environmental Health Officer to join the Public Health team. Reporting to the Team Leader Public Health, the role includes:

• Carrying out statutory functions of an Environmental Health Officer under the Food Act 1984, Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008, Environment Protection Act 2017, Tobacco Act 1987 and other legislated or general tasks related to the position.
• Responding to service requests and complaints from the community on public health related matters, and after investigating, implement appropriate proactive preventative action so that any hazards are minimised and resolved in accordance with legislation and procedures. 
• Contributing to the success of Council through active teamwork, facilitation and effective performance of the responsibilities and duties of this position.

About You

• A Degree in Bachelor of Health Science (Public and Environmental Health) or equivalent
• Experience in applying all relevant Acts and Regulations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to solve problems with customers and colleagues in an enforcement environment
• Well-developed writing skills including the ability to prepare correspondence in response to matters of varying complexity
• A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as operate autonomously

Requirements

• Right to work in Australia
• Employee Working with Children’s Check
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter describing your skills and qualifications and how they make you a good fit for the role.

Applications are currently open, with a closing date of Sunday, 12 July 2026 at 11:55pm.

If you have any enquiries, please contact Noel Davey, Coordinator Public Health on 0411 158 449 or via email Noel.Davey@monash.vic.gov.au

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email Talent@monash.vic.gov.au

We are committed to being a child safe organisation where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We foster a safe, inclusive community for all children and young people, with zero tolerance for child-related harm.