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Join Our Growing Team!
Contract (3-years), full-time, package from $131,737.12 to $137,986.22 (inc. Super)
The Shire of Gingin is seeking an experienced Principal Environmental Health Officer to lead the delivery of high-quality environmental health services across the region. This strategic role oversees compliance, monitoring, and community education programs while providing expert advice to Council and senior leadership on complex environmental health matters.
If you’re a forward-thinking professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for improving community health outcomes, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
What We Can Offer You
- Package from $131,737.12 to $137,986.22 (inc. Super)
- Vehicle (Commuting use only)
- 20 days annual leave.
- Supportive team environment and professional development.
- On call allowance and weekend penalty loading will apply
To Apply
Applicants may view the Position Description HERE.
Written applications may be emailed to mail@gingin.wa.gov.au or submitted via the "Apply Online for this Job" button below.
A police clearance and medical check will be required later in the process.
Your application must include the following 3 documents:
- Covering letter outlining your interest in the position.
- Current CV / Resumé (please ensure referees are current).
- Response to the Selection Criteria - see page 2 of the Position Description and in a separate document outline your ability to meet each of the requirements of the role (maximum of 3 pages).
Applications close 4.00pm, Thursday 21 May 2026.
Eligibility
- Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or legal working rights is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions at the Shire of Gingin.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
- The Shire of Gingin is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The Shire encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities, and genders to apply for this position.
- All employees and prospective employees of the Shire of Gingin are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
Enquiries
- Genesia Koorasingh, Human Resources Manager – (08) 9575 5124
- James Bayliss, Executive Manager Regulatory and Development Services – (08) 9575 5100
Previous applicants need not apply.
Note for recruiters and employment agencies - we respectfully ask not to contact us regarding this job posting as unsolicited resumes or recruitment services will not be responded to or accepted.
JAMES BAYLISS
A/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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