Royal Australian Airforce - Environmental Health Officer (Uni Sponsorship) (Rolling Intake)

This your opportunity to join a dynamic, people-focussed organisation that offers great lifestyle and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else, all whilst having your remaining study sponsored, earning a salary as you complete your degree and having a guaranteed job following graduation. 

Your role 

As an Environmental Health Manager in the Air Force, you’ll be responsible for the planning and execution of control strategies to minimise the health impact of the environment and workplace of Air Force personnel. 

You’ll be responsible for providing Environmental Health and Occupational Hygiene services including noise and lighting surveys, workplace assessments, water and food safety, emergency management, vector control and more.  

A role promising plenty of variety, Environmental Health Managers are normally employed in health support environments, but you may also have the opportunity to support peacekeeping missions and communities in need by providing environmental health and occupational hygiene advice and disaster support. 

On top of this, as an Air Force Officer you’ll be trained to become an inspirational leader and mentor; adept at effectively communicating with, and managing teams, with a comprehensive knowledge of Air Force attitudes, values and military protocols and procedures. 

Salary 

This is your opportunity to be paid a competitive salary as you study at the university of your choice. Not to mention, you’ll receive other benefits like rental allowance, textbook reimbursement and assistance with your HELP fees. 

Upon commencing the program, your salary will be between $34,633 - $46,947 plus 16.4% superannuation depending on the completion status of your course. 

On completion of your degree and initial training, you could earn $85,051 per annum plus 16.4% superannuation. 

Location 

Upon completion of your training in East Sale, VIC, you may be posted to one of the many locations across Australia.  

Life in the Air Force 

When you join the Air Force, you’ll benefit from our investment in your professional growth and development, enjoy great work/life balance, a supportive team environment and extensive benefits – from free healthcare to excellent fitness facilities. Plus, there’s the potential for overseas travel. 

In addition, there’s the meaningful experiences that come with serving your country. From participating in Air Force exercises and operations to providing support to communities in need, this is your opportunity to take on a career with many rewarding dimensions. 

Apply now 

To be eligible to apply for an Air Force undergraduate sponsorship, you must be an Australia citizen, over 17 at the time of enlistment and have been accepted into a university offering an eligible full-time undergraduate degree majoring in Environmental Health. The undergraduate degree must be accredited by Environmental Health Australia (more information available at https://www.eh.org.au/workforce/accredited-courses). 

You must also be able to obtain a security clearance and meet the minimum medical and fitness requirements. More information is available at https://airforce.defencejobs.gov.au/joining/can-I-join/eligibility-check. 

Click APPLY to start your journey in the Air Force and we’ll get in contact with you shortly.  

For more information or to email your interest, contact Cassandra Kennedy in our Specialist Recruitment Team on 0429 354 625 or via email at applications@dfr.com.au. 

To learn more about the role, visit at https://airforce.defencejobs.gov.au/jobs/environmental-health-manager