Public Health Coordinator

Public Health Coordinator

City of Busselton | Environmental Services

Closing date: 05/08/2026
 

• Full time
• Three year fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension
• Starting salary of $115,000 per annum, plus up to 15.75% superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience.
• The remuneration package includes a private use vehicle and a professional development allowance.
• Excellent employee benefits including a salary packaging program and gym membership.
• Relocation assistance available if required

Why work for the City:

The City of Busselton is located in the picturesque southwest coastal region of WA and offers an enviable lifestyle and the opportunity to be part of one of the most progressive, diverse and ambitious Local Governments in the state. We pride ourselves on providing positive outcomes for our community and offering a supportive environment for our employees.

About the role:

As the Public Health Coordinator, you will lead the City’s Public Health Team and play a pivotal role in protecting and enhancing the health, safety and wellbeing of our community. This is a strategic leadership position that combines regulatory expertise, people leadership and community impact.

The role supports the achievement of the City's strategic objectives through effective service delivery, stakeholder engagement, legislative compliance, workforce leadership and implementation of evidence-informed public health initiatives. 

What you’ll bring to the role:

The ideal candidate will align with the City’s Values and be able to demonstrate the below competencies:

• Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent qualification recognised by the Chief Health Officer of Western Australia for appointment as an Authorised Officer under the Public Health Act 2016.
• Demonstrated experience in environmental health, public health or regulatory services, including substantial experience in the interpretation and application of relevant legislation.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management experience, including staff supervision, performance management, mentoring and team development.
• Demonstrated experience in policy development, strategic planning and organisational continuous improvement.

Pre-employment requirements:

• Current C Class Driver’s Licence.
• National Police Clearance (less than six months old).
• Proof of right to work in Australia.
• Pre-employment medical (arranged and paid for by the City).

Apply: Please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. Please attach a covering letter addressing how you meet the above requirements of the role and your current resume. Further information about the role can be found in the position description attached.

The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from Aboriginal Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and people of all ages.

Enquiries: Rachel Runco, Manager Community Safety on (08) 9781 1719 or Human Resources on (08) 9781 1727.

Applications are invited until 4.30pm, Wednesday, 5 August 2026.  Screening of applications may take place throughout the advertising period.

Attachments:
- Position Description - EST 249 - Public Health Coordinator.pdf