Location

King Island (TAS)

Duties/ Responsibilities

These services include assessing and monitoring compliance for all activities and premises within the public health and environmental management responsibilities of the Council and enforcing compliance with the requirements of relevant legislation, By-Laws and policies.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

Qualification must include:
• A recognised tertiary qualification and applicable accreditation in public and environmental health.
• Have a sound knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework within which Council operates and the capacity to quickly identify and respond to those requirements.

How to apply

Applicants must use the Request for Quotation form which can be obtained from the web, www.kingisland.tas.gov.au, the Council office in George Street, Currie, by phoning on 03 6462 9000 or email to kicouncil@kingisland.tas.gov.au, and must have the Subject: Request for Quote – Environmental Health Officer Services.

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Contact person

Enquiries can be directed to the Council’s Development Services Manager on 03 6462 9000.

Location

Rockhampton region

Type

Full-time (Fixed Term Temporary)

Salary/Remuneration

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.68 - $58.59 p.h.

• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

• 17.5% leave loading

Duties/ Responsibilities

Deliver complex regulatory and non-regulatory environmental health services across Central Queensland Health to protect, promote and prevent risks to the community arising from environmental health hazards that impact on the natural and built environment and human health.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

The successful applicant must hold a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification that is accredited by the Environmental Health Australia or deemed eligible for appointment by the Queensland Health Environmental Health Officer Appointments Review Committee is mandatory for this position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

To apply, please submit the following:

- Your current CV or resume, including referees.

- A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.

- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

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Contact person

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5G647587

Location

Rockhampton

Type

Full-time permanent

Salary/Remuneration

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.68 - $58.59 p.h.

• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

• 17.5% leave loading

• Plus many more additional benefits

Duties/ Responsibilities

Deliver complex regulatory and non-regulatory environmental health services across Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service to protect, promote and prevent risks to the community arising from environmental health hazards that impact on the natural and built environment and human health.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

• Appointment to this position requires a tertiary qualification accredited by Environmental Health Australia, and which is acceptable by the Chief Executive Queensland Health.

• Experience in environmental health will be highly regarded.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.

• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.

• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

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Contact person

For assistance contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5G647612

Location

Horsham (VIC)

Type

Up to full-time | Fixed term for up to 6 months
Flexible working arrangements - time fraction and workdays negotiable

Salary/Remuneration

$91,303 - $102,398 per annum - Band 6 or 7 (depending on experience)

Duties/ Responsibilities

As an Environmental Health Officer, you will play a vital role in promoting public health and ensuring compliance with environmental health legislation. You'll conduct inspections, investigate complaints, and implement programs to protect and enhance community wellbeing.

Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting statutory inspections, investigating complaints, and initiating enforcement actions as required.
- Managing food safety programs, including sampling, compliance reporting, and community education initiatives.
- Investigating public health concerns, including nuisances, infectious diseases, and wastewater management.
- Supporting the development and review of Council's Health and Wellbeing and Emergency Management Plans.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

• A Degree/Diploma in Applied Science, Environmental Health, or Public Health.
• A Certificate of Competency from the Victorian Health Department.

While experience as an Environmental Health Officer in a regional local government is preferred, we also welcome candidates with relevant or similar experience. Knowledge in key areas such as food safety, public health and wellbeing, onsite wastewater management, tobacco control, aquatic facilities, and complaint investigation will set you up for success in this role.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

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Contact person

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Mandi Stewart, Manager Community Services, at (03) 5382 9777.

Location

Port Fairy (VIC)

Type

Permanent

Salary/Remuneration

Attractive salary + motor vehicle

Kernow will negotiate a generous salary package inclusive of a motor vehicle with the successful candidate. In addition, we offer a diversity of work and opportunities beyond the average ‘day to day’ work of an EHO. You will also be joining a culture that is committed to investing in staff, offering genuine development opportunities and a team that values collaboration and learning and development.

Duties/ Responsibilities

The role has operational responsibilities in respect of Moyne Shire and provides managerial oversight of the Ararat and Pyrenees teams (people management of 2 EHOs). The role is responsible for building culture and developing talent within the teams. Part of a network of professional and experienced Environmental Professionals, you will be part of Kernow’s Leadership team and work close with Kernow’s Executive Team.
In this role, your core responsibilities will be:

• Working closely with Kernow’s Leadership team to manage the delivery of the Environmental Health Services at Moyne, Ararat and Pyrenees Shires.
• Stakeholder relationships both within Councils and the broader Regional network.
• In conjunction with Kernow’s Leadership team, set strategy and workplans for the teams.
• Develop talent and culture within the teams, including responsibility for performance, development plans and annual performance reviews.
• Help to drive technological innovations.
• Operational responsibilities including Wastewater assessments and on-site inspections in respect of Moyne Shire.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

To be successful in this role, you will have recent experience as either a Team Leader, Environmental Health or an experienced Environmental Health Officer operating in a local government environment. Ideally you will have prior people leadership experience.

Supplementing this experience, you will possess a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or other relevant tertiary qualification.

You will also have excellent communication and Leadership skills, a demonstrated ability to operate both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment and manage stakeholders. You will be motivated to develop professionally and embrace new technology. You will also hold a valid Australian drivers’ licence.

Contact person

For further information about the role or to apply contact Eliza Nelson, eliza.nelson@kernow.net.au.

Location

Gladstone (QLD)

Type

Permanent Full Time

Salary/Remuneration

$101,977.90 plus super

The commencement salary will depend on the successful applicant’s qualifications, experience and competencies, graduate progression may apply.

University students currently studying a relevant degree are encouraged to apply.

Please note: degree must be from a University accredited by Environmental Health Australia (EHA) that meets the requirements for EHA membership as an Environmental Health Officer.

Duties/ Responsibilities

The purpose of this position is to effectively and efficiently monitor and assess the level of public health and environmental protection within the community, to ensure compliance with applicable standards.

Qualifications / Selection criteria

You will bring:

• Degree in Environmental Health (or a related discipline) together with relevant experience, knowledge and skills.
• Eligible to become a member of Environmental Health Australia.
• Knowledge of, and experience in interpreting and applying relevant legislation, Local Laws and Subordinate Local Laws.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to enable working with a diverse range of customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Proficient keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

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Contact person

For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on (07) 4970 0700 or email the Talent Acquisition Team at employment@gladstone.qld.gov.au.