Senior Environmental Health Officer

About this role

About the work unit / facility:

The Townsville Public Health Unit (TPHU) delivers population health services across North West Queensland through environemntal health, communicable disease control, immunisation and health protection programs, supporting healthier communties.

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements .

• Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP4)

• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading

• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation

• Rural and Remote allowance

• Professional Development allowance and leave

• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

Join the TPHU as a Senior Environmental Health Officer based in Mount Isa. Lead complex environmental health activities, provide expert advice and work with Aboriginal communities and key stakeholders to protect and improve public health across North West Queensland.

Requirements:

• Tertiary degree accredited by Environmental Health Australia (or equivalent) and proof of registration (if applicable)

• Travel may be required, including stays in remote Indigenous communities.

• Possession of a Class C driver's licence.

• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

• Probation period may apply.

• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Damien Farrington on (07) 4433 6920.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV689489

Applications close: Wednesday, 19 August 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.