Environmental Health Administration Officer

About The Role

As the Environmental Health Administration Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the Environmental Heath team by delivering high-quality administrative and customer service support. You will assist with the administration of environmental health permits, registrations and approvals, ensuring accurate record keeping and the timely processing of applications. This diverse role will work closely with a broad range of stakeholders. You will be responsible for responding to enquiries, maintaining environmental health records, and systems, supporting reporting activities and contributing to the continuous improvement of Council's environmental health services, systems and processes.

Environmental Health Administration Officer

Full-Time Ongoing Position Band 4 $72,199.92 + 12% SuperannuationFlexible and hybrid options available

ABOUT YOU

Role

You are an organised and customer-focused administration professional who enjoys working in a busy and collaborative environment. To succeed in this role you will have:

Experience in administration, customer service or a similar roleStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple multiple tasks and deadlinesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsThe ability to work independently and as part of a teamA proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvementExperience in environmental health or local government (desirable)

ABOUT US

South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.

We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.

Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.

Our values - Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence - are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!

Work-life balance with flexible working arrangementsRostered Days Off offered for full time rolesOngoing training and professional development opportunitiesSouth Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environmentEnjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social ClubDiverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positionsMentoring, coaching and secondmentsAccess to 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramOpportunity to purchase additional leaveAnnual Enterprise Agreement salary incrementsFamily Violence Support and Leave Provisions

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Position Description

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CLOSING DATE

Applications close Midnight Sunday 20th September 2026.

CONTACT

Enquiries to: Kristy Kearney, Coordinator Environmental Health on 0428 629 216

NEXT STEPS

If you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application.

You will be required to address the application questions and upload two documents, your resume and cover letter. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest!

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All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks (drug and alcohol tests) and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.

Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.

South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.

All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above.

If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au