Employment Vacancies

Environmental Health Team Leader - Cessnock City Council

Team Leader Environmental Health - Northern Territory Government

Compliance Office (Environmental Health) - Tweed Shire

This Grade 5 role assists the environmental health team with environmental and public health complaint investigations, caravan park regulation and other inspection roles.

There is scope for work in our illegal dumping project and other environmental initiatives.

While not essential qualifications in environmental science and environmental health will be valued. Recent graduates are also encouraged to apply as on the job training is provided.

Our team are highly motivated to continue to expand what is possible in Environmental Health for our community and we are looking for a dynamic, team focused environmental or health professional with great communication, teamwork and collaboration skills, to join us.

This is a 12 month contract, however, there may be an opportunity to extend the role or the role may even become permanent in the future, depending on the operational needs of Council.

Applications Close:	Monday 23 July 2018
Employer:	Tweed Shire Council
Location:	Murwillumbah, Northern New South Wales
Position Type:	Grade 5 12 month contract
Remuneration:	An attractive base salary ranging from $1,184.75 per week with competency based increments up to $1,390.94 per week, plus 9.5% super 70 hour, 9 day fortnight Training and development opportunities. Flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance. Generous employment conditions
Qualifications and Experience:	Experience in local government legislation and policy interpretation Sound knowledge of operation of Caravan Park and Manufactured Home Estates Conflict resolution and complaint investigation experience.
How to Apply:	CLICK HERE to apply for this exciting opportunity.
More Information	If you would like to discuss the opportunity before you apply please contact David McNicoll, Manager Building and Environmental Health on 02 6670 2434 or 0418 257 208.

Applications Close Monday 23 July 2018 at 4.00 pm

Environmental Health Team Leader - Cessnock City Council

Cessnock City Council provides a diverse range of services and facilities for the residents within the local government area, as well as visitors to the area. We employ approximately 320 employees and are situated within the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, approximately 120 kilometres north of Sydney and 40 kilometres west of Newcastle.

The Health and Building unit has an exciting leadership opportunity available for a highly skilled and experienced Environmental Health Team Leader. This key position will provide leadership, management and co-ordination of a group of multi-disciplinary staff within the Environmental Health Team in order to assist in the delivery of Council’s key objectives relating to Environmental Health services within the community

This role will also be required to:

• Provide specialist technical expertise and professional advice to team members and the Health and Building Manager on environmental health issues;
• Manage the operations of the Environmental Health Team including;
  • Co-ordinate the Regulatory Premises program, legionella control, public swimming pools inspection program, on-site sewerage management program;
  • Co-ordinate Education programs;
  • Ensure correspondence is responded to in accordance with Council’s service level standards using Council’s Customer Request Management System; and

• Prepare and present evidence on Council’s behalf to the Local Court, Land and Environment Court or other Courts as required.

Applications Close:	11.30pm Thursday 26 July 2018
Employer:	Cessnock City Council
Location:	Cessnock, New South Wales
Position Type:	Permanent Full-time
Remuneration:	$101,783 - $117,050 per annum (negotiable) plus 10.5% super 35 hours per week Leaseback vehicle 19 day month and RDO scheme Generous corporate fitness program Picturesque Hunter Valley location!
Qualifications and Experience:	Tertiary qualifications in Applied Science or equivalent relevant qualification; Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Local Government Act 1993, the Food Act 2003, Public Health Act 2010, the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 and the Plumbing & Drainage Act 2011; Demonstrated experience in a supervisory position, with the ability and experience to provide supervision and technical support to team members; and Demonstrated highly developed written and verbal communications skills including report writing and public presentation skills
How to Apply:	For further information and to apply, visit https://cessnockcc.applynow.net.au/jobs/CCC171-environmental-health-team-leader

Applications Close 11.30pm Thursday 26 July 2018

Team Leader Environmental Health - Northern Territory Government

Join a dynamic team responsible for a diverse range of environmental health activities. The position is available in the vibrant contemporary town of Alice Springs. It offers an amazing opportunity to participate in urban and remote community development program. This unique work opportunity offers supreme personal and job satisfaction.

The successful applicant will be required to conduct statutory surveillance activities, review development applications and conduct environmental health investigations in town and outback locations.

Throw in our famous relaxed lifestyle, excellent facilities and amazing surroundings and it’s easy to see why the Territory is such a great place to live and work.

Applications are sought from suitably qualified and experienced Environmental Health Officers. Make this the opportunity to discover your full potential

Applications Close:	17 July 2018
Employer:	Northern Territory Government
Location:	Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Position Type:	Full-time
Remuneration:	- Remuneration Package Range $114,170 - $127,666 (comprising salary $98,959 - $110,829, superannuation, leave loading and the value of 2 weeks extra recreation leave)
Qualifications and Experience:	Degree in Environmental Health, or science degree with appropriate post graduate qualification in Environmental Health from an Australian tertiary institution. Demonstrated expertise and sound experience as an Environmental Health Officer and demonstrated knowledge of legislation, policies and practices relevant to the provision of effective environmental health services. Demonstrated ability to analyse and address complex issues, think strategically, research and evaluate issues, define options, write reports and implement change particularly in relation to management practices. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines, prioritising and managing staff and other resources to achieve desired outcomes. Current unrestricted Australian drivers licence for a manual motor car.
How to Apply:	For further information and to apply, visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=143741

Applications Close Tuesday 17 July 2018

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