Kylie Neaves
Lake Coogee
Summary
Accomplished Environmental Health professional with over 24 years of experience in local and state government roles across Victoria, Queensland, and Western Australia. Expertise in implementing public health initiatives related to food safety, water quality, noise control, and vector-borne disease management, ensuring compliance with legislative standards to protect community health. Proven track record includes a notable Food Act prosecution in 2021 and active participation in State Administrative Tribunal procedures. Committed to mentoring Health teams in Food Business Investigations, compliance and investigative techniques. I have the ability to maintain high professional standards expected of Local Government employees while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders to achieve the best possible outcomes and strategic objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior EHO & A/Coordinator Health & Compliance
Town of Cambridge
06.2021 - 11.2025
- EHO Recruitment, Interviews, Performance Reviews, Appraisals
- Council Reports, Health Budget and Strategic Plan for EHO mandatory Inspections
- Mosquito Management Plan – developed, budgeted, consulted, advertised, Coordinate seasonally
- Food Act Prosecution - Penalty $40,000 plus costs $1417.30
- Championed Business Initiatives through to implementation
- Coordinated community events to enhance local engagement and participation.
- Developed and maintained schedules for various departmental projects and initiatives.
- Managed communication between stakeholders to ensure project alignment and efficiency.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on new procedures and operational tools.
Principal EHO
Shires of Toodyay, Goomalling, Dowerin, Wongan-Ballidu, Chittering and Gingin
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Health Services Management and Budget Expenditure
- State Government and Council Reporting
- Local Government Fees and Charges, Health and Local Law Reviews with the legislative Council
- Auditing Compliance
- Asbestos Register and staff OSH training
- Health Risk Assessments, Inspections, Development Applications and Approvals for Food Businesses, Events, Public Buildings, Noise Complaints, Water Quality & Safety, Recycled Wastewater and Onsite Effluent Disposal Systems.
EHO – Contract
Noosa Shire
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Food Safety Assessments – Noosa Shire District
Sustainability Coordinator
Public Transport Authority (PTA), WA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Member of Health, Safety & Environmental Management Committee
- Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Manual - Drafted, consulted and completed PTAs ISO14001 Procedural policies and staff induction training
- Water Efficiency Management Plan (WEMP)- annual reporting
- Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) – 5 year plan and annual reporting
- National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGERs) – annual data management and reporting
- Ministerial Correspondence
- Maternity Leave Contract - 2yr
EHO Contract work
Perth Metro WA
01.2010 - 01.2014
Scientific Officer
Department of Health, WA
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Acting Manager, Applied Environmental Health Branch
- Food Safety Auditor, Food Unit
- DOH Clinical and Related Waste Management Committee
- Needle and Syringe Harm Minimisation Disposal Strategies State Work Party
- Public Health Policy Development: Recreational Waters, Aquatic Facilities, Food Regulations, Skin Penetration, Water Quality and Safety, Asbestos, Legionella Investigations
- Ministerial Correspondence, reports, discussion papers, power point presentations and media releases for the Environmental Health Directorate
EHO
City of Melbourne
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Food Safety Assessments - Food Business and Food Safety Plans
- Large event approvals – Melbourne Cup, Melbourne Show and Big Day Out
- CALD Team – Food and Health Approvals for China Town and multi-cultural community groups
- Noise Complaints Officer and Inspector – antisocial behavior and noise complaints, central city precinct
Education
Certificate IV Leadership and Management -
Town of Cambridge, Scope Training
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health
Curtin University
Authorised Noise Officer - Environmental Protection Act 1986
Curtin University
Auditing, SAI Global - Lead Management Systems – Auditing Teams RABQSA-D-TL; Management Systems Auditing RABQSA; Quality Management Systems Auditing BSB501A; Lead Auditor in Food Safety Management Systems.
Climate Change Certificate - Public Health
University of Western Australia
01.2010
Skills
- A/Coordinator Health and Compliance – Higher duties during leave periods of Director, Manager and Coordinator of Health & Compliance Town of Cambridge, Perth WA
- EHO Rural Local Government Services – Principal Environmental Health Officer - Contract Work with rural and metro local governments WA, and Noosa QLD
- Sustainability Coordinator, Public Transport Authority, WA - Sustainability and Energy Reporting; Environmental Management, Water and Waste Policy and Implementation; Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Reporting; and Ministerial Reporting
- Environmental and Occupational Safety and Health Auditing with the Department of Transport and Public Transport Authority
- Scientific Officer - Public Health, Applied Branch, Epidemiology and Food Policy with the Department of Health (WA), Environmental Health Directorate
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Decision-making
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
Senior EHO & A/Coordinator Health & Compliance
Town of Cambridge
06.2021 - 11.2025
Principal EHO
Shires of Toodyay, Goomalling, Dowerin, Wongan-Ballidu, Chittering and Gingin
01.2017 - 01.2021
EHO – Contract
Noosa Shire
01.2016 - 01.2016
Sustainability Coordinator
Public Transport Authority (PTA), WA
01.2014 - 01.2016
EHO Contract work
Perth Metro WA
01.2010 - 01.2014
Scientific Officer
Department of Health, WA
01.2005 - 01.2010
EHO
City of Melbourne
01.2001 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health
Curtin University
Authorised Noise Officer - Environmental Protection Act 1986
Curtin University
Auditing, SAI Global - Lead Management Systems – Auditing Teams RABQSA-D-TL; Management Systems Auditing RABQSA; Quality Management Systems Auditing BSB501A; Lead Auditor in Food Safety Management Systems.
Climate Change Certificate - Public Health
University of Western Australia
Certificate IV Leadership and Management -
Town of Cambridge, Scope Training