Environmental Compliance & Protection Officer

Environmental Compliance & Protection Officer

Date: 8 Oct 2026

Location: Bankstown, NSW, AU

Company: Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The Role

As an Environmental Compliance and Protection Officer, you will play a key role in protecting public health, the environment and local amenity across the Canterbury-Bankstown community.

Working as part of Council's Environmental Compliance and Protection team, you will investigate environmental and land use compliance matters, undertake site inspections, assess evidence and deliver practical, timely solutions through education, advice and enforcement. You will manage a diverse caseload, engage with residents and stakeholders, and contribute to positive compliance outcomes that support a safe, healthy and sustainable community.

Reporting to the Team Leader Environmental Compliance and Protection, you will bring sound judgement, strong communication skills and a collaborative approach while contributing to a team culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement and exceptional community service.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Investigate environmental, public health and land use compliance matters across the Canterbury-Bankstown area.

• Conduct inspections, gather and assess evidence, and determine appropriate compliance outcomes.

• Deliver practical solutions through education, advice, corrective action and enforcement activities.

• Manage a diverse caseload from initial investigation through to resolution, documentation and follow-up.

• Build positive relationships with residents, businesses and stakeholders through clear and respectful communication.

• Prepare reports, correspondence, statutory notices and evidence briefs to support regulatory outcomes.

• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to address environmental and compliance issues.

• Contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and exceptional customer service.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline.

• Experience in environmental health, compliance, regulatory investigations or a similar field.

• Sound knowledge of relevant environmental, planning and public health legislation.

• Strong investigative skills with the ability to assess evidence and make informed decisions.

• Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.

• Experience preparing reports, regulatory documentation and evidence for legal proceedings.

• Customer-focused approach with strong problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Current Class C Driver Licence.

The salary for this position starts from $97,327 (Grade G, Step 1) + Car Allowance + 12% super.

What’s on offer

• An attractive remuneration package.

• Embrace a better work-life balance, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.

• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.

• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 

• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.

• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Paul Choueiri (Team Leader Environmental Protection and Compliance) at [email protected]

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and

• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday, 22 October 2026.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [email protected]

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.