Job application closing date

Applications close on 1 June 2023.

Location

Mackay (QLD)

Job type

Permanent-full time

Salary/Remuneration

In return for your valued contribution you will receive:

• Base annual salary range $72,427 - $87,913 + applicable allowances (the level offered will be determined on the successful candidates qualifications and experience)
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• 9 day fortnight roster
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts for employees and their families with the opportunity to obtain significant savings in time and money across a wide range of products and services throughout Australia.
• Study and assistance programs for career development
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives including Corporate Discounts for Health Insurance & Fitness Passport
• Active social clubs

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Carry out inspections of a variety of premises to maintain and improve food hygiene standards, improve sanitation, control health risks to the public, and improve environmental outcomes.
• Issue written and verbal notices and enforce provisions of the Acts, Regulations, Local Laws and Policies administered by the Health & Regulatory Services section.
• Assist with organising and participating in Environmental Health Education Programs.
• Investigate general environmental complaints relating to possible air, noise, water and waste emissions or contamination (pollution); litter and illegal dumping, and any complaints relating to ERAs.

• Bachelor of Health Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent recognised qualification eligible for membership to Environmental Health Australia https://www.eh.org.au/workforce/accredited-courses
• QLD ‘C’ Class drivers’ licence.
• Well-developed skills in carrying out inspections, sampling, survey, collection of data and implementation of various correction measures.
• Ability to interpret, understand, retain knowledge and apply legislation, policies and other work-related information.
• Working knowledge of the Public Health Act, Food Act, Environmental Protection Act and associated Regulations and Policies.

Candidates who also hold a QLD Health Approved Food Safety Auditor, Asbestos Training and/or Noise Management Training will be highly regarded.

Position Description Level 3

Position Description Level 4

Position Description Level 5

How to apply

For us to assess if you are the one we are searching for, it is mandatory that you submit your resume, a cover letter and a full statement addressing the selection criteria. The selection criteria can be found on the last page of the Position Description.

Contact Person

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Job application closing date

Applications close on 2 June 2023

Location

Queenstown (NZ)

Job type

Full time

Salary/Remuneration

This is a great opportunity to learn from those around you and develop your career. We offer flexible working practices, a host of employee benefits (including highly discounted access to our health and fitness facilities), and a genuine commitment to your training and career development. If you’re not currently based in Queenstown or Wanaka, we can offer relocation assistance in the form of a monetary allowance and connect you with an accommodation search service.

This role covers a wide range of responsibilities, including registration and verification of food business, Food Safety Officer duties, inspection of premises registered under the Health Act 1956, noise monitoring, providing advice on drinking water and event consents, investigating general health nuisances and a range of other environmental health related functions. This role certainly offers a good balance of both office and field-based work.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations and codes of practice.
• Approximately 2 years’ work experience and/or knowledge in Environmental Health.
• A current full New Zealand Drivers License.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong written communication and report writing skills.
• A strong ability to follow and improve processes within a Quality Management System.
• The confidence to make the tough decisions when required.
• Approval by the Ministry of Primary Industries as a Food Safety Officer and as a verifier of Food Control plans and National Programmes, would be a huge advantage.

Position Description

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must hold a qualification in Environmental Health that meets the requirements of the Environmental Health Officers Qualifications Regulations 1993. A list of acceptable qualifications can be found here Environmental Health Officers Qualifications Regulations 1993 | Ministry of Health NZ

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Contact Person

Helen Evans – Team Leader Environmental Health helen.evans@qldc.govt.nz or

Jaimi Scott – Senior Environmental Health Officer Jaimi.scott@qldc.govt.nz

Job application closing date

Applications close on 2 June 2023

Location

Westbury (TAS)

Job type

This position is available on a permanent full time basis.

Salary/Remuneration

Annual salary will be negotiated subject to applicant’s qualification, skills and experience within a range of $96,438 to $109,545 (increasing by 4% from 3 July 2023), plus 3.5% superannuation above the superannuation guarantee (currently 14%), in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2022.

Other benefits include:

• Commuter use vehicle.
• Assistance with relocation expenses is available and will be determined with the successful candidate (if applicable).
• A 19 day month, allowing for a rostered day off to full time employees.

• One hour per month health and wellbeing activity leave.
• Four hours volunteering activity leave per six month period.
• Pro rata access to Long Service Leave after seven years of continuous service.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Meander Valley Council is recruiting for a full-time Team Leader Environmental Health to lead our talented team of Environmental Health Officers in the delivery of a range of public and environmental health services and programs. As a regional Council, the scope of work undertaken in the Meander Valley will be varied across the complete range of functions required to ensure environmental health requirements are met under the relevant legislation.

To be successful you will have a qualification in environmental health sufficient to satisfy appointment as an Authorised Officer under the Food Act 2003 and Public Health Act 1997 and have completed a minimum of four years relevant work experience. You will have high level interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and support a team in a fast moving environment with changing priorities.

Position Description

How to apply

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

• an application form
• a cover letter
• current resume
• a statement addressing each of the selection criteria (maximum of two pages)

Applications are to be submitted by email for the attention of the Human Resources Officer: recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au

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If you would like more information about these opportunities please contact Krista Palfreyman, Director Development & Regulatory Services on 6393 5322 or email krista.palfreyman@mvc.tas.gov.au.

Job application closing date

Applications close on 4 June 2023

Location

Kempsey (NSW)

Job type

Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week with 19-day month

Salary/Remuneration

Weekly salary of $1,594.84 to $1,795.01 (plus 10.5% superannuation)

Employee health and wellbeing programs

Learning and development programs

A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, with access to Salary Sacrificing

We have an exciting opportunity for a fulltime Environmental Health Officer to join Kempsey Shire Council. You will be providing effective and efficient services to reduce risks to both public health and the environment. This incorporates the administration, implementation and enforcement of Council’s On-Site Sewage Management Strategy.

What you will be doing:

• Provide statutory services relating to on-site sewage management as prescribed by the Local Government Act 1993 and Council’s On-Site Sewage Management Strategy including administration, implementation and enforcement;
• Provide high quality technical advice to Development Assessment through the timely completion of development application referrals;
• Respond to pollutions incidents and take necessary action to mitigate/minimise environmental harm and where Council is the Appropriate Regulatory Authority take responsibility for the incident;
• Keep up to date with industry and legislative developments relating to environmental health.

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following:

• Degree qualification in Environment Engineering, Environmental Health, Environmental Science or similar discipline.
• Hold a WorkCover Construction Induction Card.
• Hold and maintain a current NSW driver’s license.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant sections of the Local Government Act 1993, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Food Act 2003, Food Standards Code, Public Health Act 2010 and protection of the Environmental Operations Act 1997.
• Knowledge in the operation/installation of on-site sewage management systems, particularly septic systems for residential premises and large commercial premises.

The successful candidate approaches their work with enthusiasm and is driven to make a difference. For more detailed information on the requirements of the role, please refer to the position description.

Position Description

How to apply

You must apply via Council’s webpage http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ or through Seek. Emailed or posted applications will not be considered.

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Contact Person

For further information regarding this role please contact Jack Dickey on 02 6566 3200.

Job application closing date

Applications close on 7 June 2023

Location

Canberra (ACT)

Job type

Full time Permanent

Salary/Remuneration

Health Professional Level 3

Salary Range: $99,819 - $105,180 (up to $110,398 on achieving a personal upgrade) (PN: 46938)

The Environmental Health team is looking for a qualified and experienced Senior Environmental Health Officer who will be responsible for conducting food safety inspections, investigating food business complaints and assessing food business registration applications against the Food Act 2001 and the Australian New Zealand Food Standards Code. The position will also be responsible for investigating food poisoning outbreaks within a multidisciplinary team, conducting routine and statutory food samples, contributing to and developing food safety information for industry, providing onsite advice and education to food handlers and contributing to ongoing procedural improvements. The Health Professional Level 3 is a senior position within the team with mentoring, supervision, and training responsibilities.

Environment responsibilities include conducting swimming pool and cooling tower inspections, investigating insanitary conditions, reviewing development applications for potential public health concerns, regulating potable and recreation water, and providing environmental health input into emerging public health issues.

ACT Health provides a unique opportunity to gain experience in both local government functions of an Environmental Health Officer and the State/Territory functions include outbreaks, food business design/fitout registration approvals and sampling programs.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or similar qualification acceptable and recognised by Environmental Health Australia or Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health recognised by Environmental Health Accredited courses - Environmental Health Australia Ltd. (eh.org.au)

Note: applicants with a Bachelor of Applied Science with demonstrated/work experience as an Environmental Health Officer may be considered.

Position Description

How to apply

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Contact Person

Lyndell Hudson 0435 010 936. Email: lyndell.hudson@act.gov.au

Job application closing date

Applications close at 9.00pm on 11 June 2023

Location

Coffs Harbour (NSW)

Job type

Full time

Salary/Remuneration

• Starting salary of around $89K + super consideration given for increased salary based on experience.
• Full-time, permanent position, 35 hours per week
• Option to accrue flex time and flexible working arrangements
• Relocation support and assistance, where applicable
• Generous leave entitlements - Long service leave after 5 years
• Other progressive benefits such as employee wellness programs, opportunities to purchase additional annual leave and salary sacrificing options

As an Environmental Health Officer (EHO), you will work with the team to
undertake the customer-focused delivery of public health and environmental
management regulation and compliance functions. In this diverse role, you
will provide your expert advice, assess, report on and manage complaints in
relation to:

• Public health programs including food businesses, skin penetration premises and public pools;
• Environmental management including underground petroleum storage, contaminated land and water pollution;
• Assessment of applications including development applications, mobile food vendors and more!

• Degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Science or related field
• National Construction Induction Certification (Whitecard) - or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
• Class C Drivers' Licence
• Demonstrated experience in a direct or related field
• Clear communicator with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders

Position Description

How to apply

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Contact Person

For more information contact James Moss - Team Leader Public Health and Environment
on 02 6648 4670.