Environmental Health Officer (Casual or Contract)

Employment Details
Date Added: 22-Jan-2026
Closing Date: 11-Feb-2026 04:15 PM

Our Shire is growing and we are seeking a qualified Environmental Health Officer to join us on a casual or contract basis.

The primary focus of the Environmental Health Officer role is to complete inspections of food premises, public buildings, events, caravan parks and other licensed premises to ensure that regulatory requirements are met. Other environmental and public health tasks may also be required from time to time and including leave backfill.

The Environmental Health Officer position reports to our Manager Planning & Development Services and acts under the direction of our Principal Environmental Health Officer.

Bring your skills and join our Planning & Development Services team to deliver the highest standard of service to our community.

We pride ourselves on our teamwork and supporting each other, our culture of continuous improvement, and offering a diversity of work and learning opportunities.

Work flexibly and in modern offices and enjoy the unparalleled lifestyle that Western Australia’s Great Southern Region has to offer.

The Shire of Plantagenet includes the principal centre of Mount Barker and surrounding communities of Kendenup, Narrikup, Rocky Gully and Porongurup. Our Shire is known for its stunning landscapes and national parks, food and wine producers, and laid-back country lifestyle – all within 40 minutes of Albany, Denmark and the picturesque coastlines of the region.

Competitive conditions of employment are offered including an hourly rate of between $52.72 and $66.14 depending on experience, and 12% superannuation with a matching superannuation co-contribution of up to 5%.

For further information or to apply, view the Application Package or phone (08) 9892 1111.

Applications addressed to the undersigned, including a cover letter, resume and selection criteria should be sent to [email protected] or mailed to PO Box 48, Mount Barker WA 6324 by 4.15pm, Wednesday 11 February 2026.

The Shire of Plantagenet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse workplace. We are actively encouraging people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, to apply for available positions.

Julian Murphy

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

 

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