Discover a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact as an Environmental Health Officer with the Central Queensland Public Health Unit. This permanent role places you at the forefront of safeguarding our vibrant community tackling complex environmental health challenges head-on.

Join a team of experts including epidemiologists, medical officers, nurses, and data specialists who are driven by a shared passion for protecting and enhancing community wellbeing. In this role, you'll work on diverse projects ranging from investigating environmental hazards to developing innovative strategies that prevent illness and promote healthy living.

We’re not just offering a job; we’re offering a chance to be part of a passionate public health movement. Don’t miss this opportunity – apply now!

Job details

About us:

Central Queensland Public Health Unit (CQPHU) provides services to both the Central Queensland and Central West regions. Our team includes epidemiologists, public health medical officer, public health nurses, environmental health officers, public health data officer and business support staff.

Public health units focus on:

• Protecting health.
• Preventing disease, illness and injury.
• Promoting health and wellbeing at a population or whole of community level.

About the role:

Deliver complex regulatory and non-regulatory environmental health services across Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) to protect, promote and prevent risks to the community arising from environmental health hazards that impact on the natural and built environment and human health.

About you:

• Appointment to this position requires a tertiary qualification accredited by Environmental Health Australia, and which is acceptable by the Chief Executive Queensland Health.
• Experience in environmental health will be highly regarded.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.68 - $58.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5F642574

Applications close: Sunday, 29 June 2025

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK5F642574 - EHO TOSPA (PDF, 336KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants