Vacancies

Environmental Health Officer, Douglas Shire Council (QLD)

Senior Environmental Health Officer/Environmental Health officer , Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (WA)

Environmental Health Manager, Sydney Local Health District (NSW)

Environmental Health Officer, Alpine Shire Council (VIC)

Health Manager, City of Melbourne (VIC)

Team Manager Environmental Health, Townsville City Council (QLD)

Environmental Health Officer (Expressions of interest), Gladstone Regional Council (QLD)

Environmental Health Officer, Douglas Shire Council (QLD)

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to be part of an organisation with an energetic and collaborative approach with a commitment to meeting the expectations of customers and the communities of Douglas. Our organisation offers excellent working conditions and a range of generous employee benefits including flexible working arrangements and supports and encourages our employees with training and professional development opportunities.

Location	Mossman (QLD)
Type	Full time Nominal 72.50 hours, nine (9) days per fortnight as per agreement.
Salary/Remuneration	$78,587.53 to $89,201.10 per annum Level on appointment will be based on relative experience
Duties/ Responsibilities	Reporting to the Coordinator Environmental Health & Local Laws we are seeking a Environmental Health Officer to join our Environmental Health Team. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Conduct routine inspections of regulated businesses (food, high risk personal appearance services, accommodation and environmentally relevant activities.) and ensure compliance and/or enforcement actions occur. • Undertake investigations on public health, environmental protection, and environmental health related complaints to comply with statutory obligations: recommend or implement outcomes that reflect compliance with the relevant legislation.Conduct investigations in respect to Environmental Health and Planning Team matters in line with Council’s policies and procedures, as well as industry standards, and state and local laws. • Undertake special measures designed to reduce or prevent public health risk including disaster or emergency situations. • Administration of: o Public Health Act 2005 o Food Act 2006 o Public Health (Infection Control for Personal Appearance Services) Act 2003 o Public Health (Infection Control for Personal Appearance Services) Regulation 2003 o Tobacco and Other Smoking Products Act 1998 o Environmental Protection Act 1994 o Environmental Protection Policies and Regulations o Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011 o Douglas Shire Council Local Laws o Douglas Shire Council Policies • To assist with the implementation of mosquito control programs, including surveillance, property inspections, obtaining and identifying samples, carrying out treatment programs and commencing prosecutions. • Initiate and undertake Public Health Education and awareness programs. • Any other duties as required by the Team Leader Environmental Health or Manager Environment & Planning. • Provide excellent customer service and to actively work to solve customer problems. • Ensure all corporate information is captured within Council's business systems adhering to Recordkeeping policies and procedures
Qualifications / Selection criteria	Essential: Qualifications • Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent and qualifies for membership of the Australian Institute of Environmental Health. • Current open car driver’s licence including manual vehicles. Knowledge, Skills & Expertise • Knowledge of the relevant Legislation and their relationship to other Legislations. • Proven ability to set and meet timelines as set by Legislation, Council Local Laws and Policies. • Good written communication skills. • Demonstrate a methodical approach to work accuracy of record keeping. People Oriented Skills & Attributes • Demonstrated commitment to being a Team Member that supports, motivates and participates in team discussions to achieve the unit’s goals and Corporate achievement. • Communication and negotiation skills, maintain working relationships with staff and a range of internal and external customers. • Capacity to exercise discretion. POSITION DESCRIPTION
How to apply	Address applications to: Private and Confidential Douglas Shire Council Human Resources PO Box 723 MOSSMAN QLD 4873 or recruitment@douglas.qld.gov.au CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Douglas Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer, promoting workplace diversity and a safety culture with a smoke free environment

APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 5.00 PM ON 22 NOVEMBER 2024

Senior Environmental Health Officer/ Environmental Health Officer, Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (WA)

The East Kimberley is an extraordinarily beautiful and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia, and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and it is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles and abundant opportunities.

Location	The role will be based from the Shire offices in Kununurra (WA)
Type	Permanent Full Time
Salary/Remuneration	An attractive remuneration package will include base salary, housing or housing allowance, professional development, location allowance, relocation reimbursement up to $15,000. This role is fulltime with a remuneration package inclusive of allowances and superannuation ranging between $110,000 $140,000 (dependent on skills and experience) per annum. Working for SWEK means that as an employee, in addition to a competitive salary, you will also enjoy: Six weeks paid annual leave and other generous leave options Extra 2 Public Holidays (Local Government Days) Salary packaging options, including novated leasing Paid parental leave 11.5% Superannuation with option to co-contribution a further 3% Complimentary membership of our pools and gym facilities A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free health assessments, mental health awareness programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services Free parking Fully paid induction Provision of a Corporate Uniform Professional Development Opportunities Ability to live and work in the most incredible East Kimberley region
Duties/ Responsibilities	We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Environmental Health Officer or Environmental Health Officer to join our Planning and Regulatory Services team. You will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of public health, environmental health and related services, programs and projects in accordance with statutory obligations, operational procedures and Council policies. This role is also responsible for: Assessment, referral and processing of various health premises applications, and registration and licensing of premises as required under relevant legislation; Undertaking inspections, and where necessary actioning matters related to, food premises, aquatic facilities, lodging houses, hairdressers and beauty premises, public buildings and events, caravan parks and camping grounds and other licensed or permitted activities under State legislation and the Shire’s local laws; Coordinating the implementation of various monitoring and sampling processes in accordance with statutory requirements (i.e. aquatic facility water sampling); Providing written reports, verbal advice and operational support as and when required; Undertaking projects including but not limited to, mosquito management, noise, wastewater and other matters relevant to environmental health; Providing excellent customer service and dealing effectively with members of the public, representatives of registered premises, Shire officers and other internal and external stakeholders; Liaising with state government and other relevant organisations on the enforcement of public health and environmental protection legislation and requirements.
Qualifications / Selection criteria	Qualifications acceptable for appointment as an Environmental Health Officer / Authorised Officer in WA and a current unrestricted WA Drivers Licence are essential for this role and you will also have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role and sound working knowledge and understanding of State Government Acts and Regulations, Shire Local Laws, Standards and Codes relating to Environmental health. You will also need excellent communication skills, sound time management skills, excellent computer skills, excellent interpersonal, public relations and customer service skills. POSITION DESCRIPTION EHO POSITION DESCRIPTION SENIOR EHO
How to apply	To be considered, you will need to submit a covering letter outlining your interest in the position and your ability to meet the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages), a current resume and any other required documentation. CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Contact Person	For more information contact Katherine Gilpin, Manager Planning and Regulatory Services for a confidential discussion on 08 9168 4100 to find out more about this role.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and all age groups to apply.

However, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement - acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance prior to interview stage of the recruitment process.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 11.45 PM ON SUNDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2024

Environmental Health Manager, Sydney Local Health District (NSW)

Sydney Local Health District is an exciting place to work. We are one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales, our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring. Come build an exciting and rewarding career with us. We offer a supportive work environment providing positive culture, education and innovation programs. As a leading health service in NSW, we are recognised for excellence in patient and family centred care, teaching and research. We are one of the state's largest employers with more than 16,000 staff. Our team is diverse and provides clinical services to more than 740,000 people living locally and beyond.

Location	Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (NSW)
Type	Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week
Salary/Remuneration	$122,850 - $139,559 per annum + Annual Leave Loading + 11.5% ( Health Manager Level 3)
Duties/ Responsibilities	The Public Health Environmental Health (EH) Manager is responsible for coordinating the Public Health Unit’s (PHU) environmental health program and providing high-level technical expertise and support to the PHU and LHD facilities to prepare for and respond to EH and/or public health aspects of the following and other legislation as determined by the NSW Ministry of Health and the Director, Public Health: Public Health Act 2010 and Regulations Public Health (Tobacco) Act 2008 and Regulations Smoke Free Environment Act 2000 and Regulations
Qualifications / Selection criteria	Ideal Candidate A degree or equivalent in Applied Science (Environmental Health) and/or equivalent relevant professional experience, including managing staff. Extensive experience in managing a range of Environmental Health issues, particularly health risk assessment and environmental management and knowledge of relevant public health legislation. POSITION DESCRIPTION
How to apply	CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Contact Person	For enquiries please contact Dr Isabel Hess on (02) 9515 9420 or via email at Isabel.Hess@health.nsw.gov.au.

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 26 NOVEMBER 2024

Environmental Health Officer, Alpine Shire Council (VIC)

Alpine Shire Council is a values-based organisation that delivers meaningful outcomes for its community. We are led by Councillors and a leadership team that genuinely cares, and at our core, passionate colleagues who enjoy what they do. We offer flexibility and invest in developing our people. Renowned as one of Victoria’s premier holiday destinations, this spectacular region is an adventure and nature lover’s paradise, just a stone’s throw from the Victorian ski fields. It is a lifestyle like no other.

Appreciate a flexible work life balance with an adventure, nature and foodie lover’s paradise on your doorstep. Forget about long commutes and paid parking, enjoy the rural lifestyle and be welcomed by a friendly community who love where they live. Apply today, to join us in delivering meaningful work with dedicated people.

Location	Bright (VIC)
Type	Permanent Full Time
Salary/Remuneration	Based on Band 6 classification, $87,358 + superannuation Salary negotiable for the right candidate Monthly Rostered Day Off
Duties/ Responsibilities	As part of our team, you will: Assess and action Food and Health Premises approvals, inspections, monitoring, and compliance. Assist with activities designed to keep our community safe by preventing infectious diseases by providing initiatives such as sharps disposal programs, notifiable disease investigations and public pool monitoring. Assess wastewater management system applications working closely with the planning department. Provide information, education and advice to the community and Council about public health and environmental issues.
Qualifications / Selection criteria	You will be well organised and value attention to detail. With your excellent communication skills, you will be able to develop positive relationships that promote healthy outcomes in our community. As an industry professional, you will have a good working knowledge of the applicable legislation and an understanding of enforcement and compliance procedures. Your skills will include: Relevant tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or equivalent. Eligible to be a member of Environmental Health Professionals Australia Ltd Minimum 2 years’ experience in Environmental Health in State or Local Government Driver licence POSITION DESCRIPTION
How to apply	CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Contact Person	For enquiries please contact Michelle Doherty, Environmental Health Coordinator on 03 5755 0555.

Alpine Shire Council welcomes people from a diverse range of backgrounds. People of all genders, ages and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 1 DECEMBER 2024

Health Manager, City of Melbourne (VIC)

We are the City of Melbourne, a City of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational.

Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity.

At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation of 1800+ team members positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here. Together, we make a difference #teammelbourne

Location	Melbourne (VIC)
Type	Permanent Full Time
Salary/Remuneration	Competitive Salary Dependant on Skills and Experience + 11.5% Super What we can offer you... Working within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and flexible working arrangements. Opportunities for professional development, training and study assistance to enhance your career progression. Multicultural organisation that values diversity Optional ADO available Up to 20 Weeks Paid Parental Leave & Paid Volunteer Leave Wellbeing Initiatives, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and CoM Unity Employee Benefits Salary sacrificing, MYKI Commuter Club Pass and more...
Duties/ Responsibilities	The Health Manager is a member of the Community Wellbeing Leadership Team, providing strategic and professional leadership for the Health Team, which is comprised of Senior Environmental Health Officers, Environmental Health Officers and the Support Team. The role also contributes to the branch's overall strategic direction. This role is essential for guiding the Health Team to ensure the Council fulfills its legal responsibilities regarding food safety and public health. The Manager ensures the team is adaptable, responsive to changing Council and regulatory demands, compliant with statutory obligations, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes. The position requires strong critical thinking skills and an in-depth understanding of CoM’s meaningful stakeholder relationships, and the ability to influence those relationships to achieve positive outcomes for the branch. A key aspect of this position involves developing and maintaining productive partnerships with local, state and national health organisations and networks.
Qualifications / Selection criteria	All CoM People Leaders will be influential leaders accountable for: Leading your people with the values at the centre of everything you do. Creating and maintain a constructive culture where you personally and your team display the styles of achievement, self-actualising, humanistic, encouraging and affiliative behaviours. Leading, guiding and managing the team to foster a performance-based culture and drive accountability and excellence in outcomes through coaching, mentoring and empowering team members and direct reports to develop and perform at a high level, and as an effective team. Efficiently and effectively manage the teams budget. Respecting the values of the community and appreciating the diverse skills, values and backgrounds of employees. In addition, the Health Manager will be accountable for: Lead and motivate the Health Team to effectively meet legislative and governance requirements, improve quality of service delivery and thus, health and wellbeing outcomes for the Melbourne community. Engage actively with a wide range of stakeholders including local, state, and federal governments, internal council teams and industry leaders to foster strong collaboration. Develop business plans, create action plans, and undertake corporate governance for the Health Team including operational planning, risk management and business continuity. Manage financial and business operations for the Health Team and ensure a high level of administrative processes through the support team. Ensure the effective implementation of Safety and Wellbeing (OH&S) and rehabilitation policies and provide staff with adequate training for safe job performance and ensure new employees receive thorough induction to minimize safety risks.
How to apply	As part of the online application form you are required to: Attach a cover letter providing a brief summary of your skills and relevant experience (No more than one page) Attach your most recent resume Please address your cover letter to Russell Webster - Director Community Wellbeing CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Contact Person	For further information about the position, please contact: careers@melbourne.vic.gov.au

City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.

The City of Melbourne is a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Some positions will require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check. All employees will be subject to a safety screening process including a
police check.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 11.45 PM ON 1 DECEMBER 2024

Team Manager Environmental Health, Townsville City Council (QLD)

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle. Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9b worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more.

We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city. We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable, and innovative city.

Council’s vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven and innovation focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.

Location	Townsville (QLD)
Type	3 year full time contract
Duties/ Responsibilities	The Team Manager provides leadership and policy advice for all aspects of environmental health including disaster management. They are involved in the strategic direction, management, establishment of outcomes and priorities for all aspects of Environmental Health issues, and manages the development, implementation and monitoring of policies and strategies to optimise the effective regulation of local, state and federal legislation specific to the functions of disaster management, public health, environmental protection, shelters and evacuation centres, pandemics, personal appearances and food safety. The Team Manager Environmental Health is a Leadership role with clear expectations for role-modelling the performance standards, values, behaviours and attitudes that are integral to our workplace culture and stakeholder reputation as an organisation of excellence. The Team Manager plays a key role in advising the Senior Leadership Team and working collaboratively across the Leadership Team to champion our purpose of Growing Townsville and to deliver the Corporate Plan in consultation with the Townsville community.
Qualifications / Selection criteria	The ideal applicant will have the relevant tertiary / professional qualifications in Environmental Health or a related field (postgraduate qualification in Business Management highly desirable) and demonstrated track record of success as a Senior Manager in a large diverse organisation, with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with particular emphasis in the areas of consultation, advocacy, negotiation, influencing, conflict resolution and assertiveness in order to resolve issues and meet changing organisational needs. POSITION DESCRIPTION
How to apply	CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Contact person	For more information contact Jacky Donald, Talent Acquisition Officer on 07 4727 9634 or jacky.donald@townsville.qld.gov.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 11.45 PM ON TUESDAY 3 DECEMBER 2024

Environmental Health Officer (Expressions of interest), Gladstone Regional Council (QLD)

The Gladstone Region is a dynamic Central Queensland coastal region that provides an enviable lifestyle and economic stability for more than 63,000 residents. Gladstone Regional Council is committed to a dynamic, proud and diverse future for the Gladstone Region that focuses on working together to balance our region’s lifestyle and opportunity. Situated on one of Australia’s largest and safest harbours, Gladstone is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Heron Island. Our region is home to sprawling parklands, family-friendly recreation areas, beautiful beaches, historic townships and national parks. Our love of culture can be seen in our state-of-the-art entertainment and convention centre, five well-stocked libraries, a heritage-listed public gallery and museum. You can take advantage of our year-round warm, sunny weather to enjoy a variety of sports, fishing, camping, boating or a relaxing Sunday drive.

Our success is built on a foundation of safe, engaged, high performing talent and teams and a values-based culture centred around our SERVICE principles.

Location	Gladstone (QLD)
Type	Permanent Full Time Opportunity 9-day fortnight
Salary/Remuneration	$102,034.45 plus super and annual certified agreement increase (% currently being negotiated). 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. We are fortunate to live in an attractive, growing region and proud to provide opportunity for personal growth and career development for our employees. We offer opportunities to grow your career within a progressive local government organisation and work in a high performing team that values your contribution. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary including generous superannuation and a flexible roster that supports a generous work-life balance. We offer a range of employee benefits including free physiotherapy, support services and discounted health cover and fitness memberships.
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	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. 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	CLICK HERE TO APPLY Please be advised that as a condition of employment, may be required to complete a criminal history check, a pre-employment medical or a skills assessment.
Contact person	For more information contact the Recruitment Officer on 07 4976 6981 or employment@gladstone.qld.gov.au

Council is committed to connecting with the Gladstone Regional community which values diversity and inclusion and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Council will review applications periodically and will withdraw the advertisement when the position has been filled.

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