Job Description
Closing date: 5/04/2026 11:59 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Location: Windsor, NSW
Department: Regulatory Services
Employment type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.
Salary negotiable from $113k per annum + 12% super
Rostered Day Off / 19 Day Month
Leaseback Vehicle Option + On-Site Parking
Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.
Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager Regulatory Services and based in Windsor, NSW, this is an exciting position with an opportunity to make a meaningful impact where it matters most – protecting public health and shaping safe and thriving communities.
The primary purpose of this position is to drive coordination, consistency and strong leadership across a broad range of Environmental Health and Compliance operations. You will play a key role in effectively leading your team through complex investigations and providing expert advice through challenging situations.
About You
You will be dynamic and forward-thinking with experience successfully leading and coordinating a team. With a strong background working across Environmental Health and/ or Development and Environmental Compliance, you bring valuable experience from a similar complex regulatory environment. You are confident in navigating legislation, interpreting policy, and applying it in practical, outcome focused ways. You bring well-developed investigative skills, with experience handling sensitive or complex matters and providing clear expert advice.
Essential Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Law (Local Government), Town Planning
Experience with, and knowledge of, NSW legislation including the Protection of the Environment Operations Act, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Government Act, Food Act and Public Health Act
Demonstrated experience in environmental health or development and environmental compliance
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and/or projects and indertake improvements to processes and procedures to improve service delivery
The right to live and work in Australia
Class C Drivers Licence
Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration
Desirable Criteria
Project Management qualification or demonstrated skills and experience
Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate multiple activities and have flexibility to work in a rapidly changing environment with competing priorities
High level communication, conflict management, negotiation and engagement skills with a strong focus and commitment to quality customer service
The Rewards
There are many benefits to working at Hawkesbury Council, including:
Great working environment
Monthly Rostered Day Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work arrangements
Tertiary Education Assistance
Health and Wellbeing Program
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Training and Development Opportunities
Employee Reward and Recognition program
Fitness Passport Option
Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family
To Apply
For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au
Applications close Sunday, 12 April 2026
Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application.
Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.
Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.
Location: Windsor, NSW
Department: Regulatory Services
Employment type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.
Salary negotiable from $113k per annum + 12% super
Rostered Day Off / 19 Day Month
Leaseback Vehicle Option + On-Site Parking
Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.
Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager Regulatory Services and based in Windsor, NSW, this is an exciting position with an opportunity to make a meaningful impact where it matters most – protecting public health and shaping safe and thriving communities.
The primary purpose of this position is to drive coordination, consistency and strong leadership across a broad range of Environmental Health and Compliance operations. You will play a key role in effectively leading your team through complex investigations and providing expert advice through challenging situations.
About You
You will be dynamic and forward-thinking with experience successfully leading and coordinating a team. With a strong background working across Environmental Health and/ or Development and Environmental Compliance, you bring valuable experience from a similar complex regulatory environment. You are confident in navigating legislation, interpreting policy, and applying it in practical, outcome focused ways. You bring well-developed investigative skills, with experience handling sensitive or complex matters and providing clear expert advice.
Essential Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Law (Local Government), Town Planning
Experience with, and knowledge of, NSW legislation including the Protection of the Environment Operations Act, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Government Act, Food Act and Public Health Act
Demonstrated experience in environmental health or development and environmental compliance
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and/or projects and indertake improvements to processes and procedures to improve service delivery
The right to live and work in Australia
Class C Drivers Licence
Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration
Desirable Criteria
Project Management qualification or demonstrated skills and experience
Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate multiple activities and have flexibility to work in a rapidly changing environment with competing priorities
High level communication, conflict management, negotiation and engagement skills with a strong focus and commitment to quality customer service
The Rewards
There are many benefits to working at Hawkesbury Council, including:
Great working environment
Monthly Rostered Day Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work arrangements
Tertiary Education Assistance
Health and Wellbeing Program
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Training and Development Opportunities
Employee Reward and Recognition program
Fitness Passport Option
Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family
To Apply
For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au
Applications close Sunday, 12 April 2026
Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application.
Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.
Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Environmental Compliance Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Windsor offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.