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Environmental Health Officer, Horsham Rural City Council (VIC)

Environmental Health Officer, Alpine Shire Council (VIC)

Environmental Health Officer, Gladstone Regional Council (QLD)

Environmental Health Officer, Horsham Rural City Council (VIC)

Horsham is a vibrant, inclusive community to live, work, play and invest. Our municipality is located approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 380 kilometres east of Adelaide. The majority of its 19,880 residents are located in Horsham on the banks of the beautiful Wimmera River, a hub for health care, niche retail, education and schooling, community services, arts, sports and culture.

Great location for rock climbers and those who love the great outdoors to locate themselves in the heart of some of Australia's best climbing territory with Mt Arapiles 30 minutes west and Grampians 30 minutes south. Paddle board or join the rowing club on the Wimmera River. Hike the trails or go orchid spotting in the magnificent Grampians.

Location	Horsham (VIC)
Type	Permanent Flexible working arrangements available
Salary/Remuneration	Band 6 ($88,644 - $96,530 per annum)
Duties/ Responsibilities	As an Environmental Health Officer you will support the provision of quality environmental health services which will enhance the health and lifestyle of the community. You will also ensure the effective and efficient administration of relevant Council policies, legislation and regulations.
Qualifications / Selection criteria	Council is seeking an Environmental Health professional with a Degree/Diploma in Applied Science, Environmental Health or a Diploma of Public Health and Certificate of Competency from the Victorian Health Department. Experience working as an Environmental Health Officer in a regional local government or demonstrated experience in a relevant/similar field is desired with knowledge of food safety, public health and wellbeing, onsite wastewater management, tobacco control, aquatic facilities and complaint investigation. POSITION DESCRIPTION
How to apply	CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Contact person	For a confidential conversation, please contact Coordinator Environmental Health, Jackson Hanlon on 03 5382 9777

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 15 MAY 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	Salary negotiable for the right candidate, based on Band 6 classification, $85,020 (Alpine Shire Council Enterprise Agreement 2023) Monthly Rostered Day Off
Duties/ Responsibilities	Alpine Shire Council’s efficient and responsive environmental health service promotes safe health practices within our community through monitoring, educating and achieving compliance of public health standards. Drawing on your expertise, you will assist individuals, businesses and other stakeholders to implement practices that minimise risk to the community’s health. Council’s Environmental Health team ensures that the relevant requirements of legislation are met. Your enthusiasm and confidence will have a positive influence on those around you, and your professionalism will enhance Council’s reputation as a responsive and efficient organisation. 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 more information contact Michelle Doherty, Environmental Health Coordinator on 03 5755 0555

People of all genders, abilities, ages, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON SUNDAY 19 MAY 2024

Environmental Health Officer, 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. 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.

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.

Location	Gladstone (QLD)
Type	Permanent Full-time
Salary/Remuneration	$82,548.23 - $96,205.55 (9-day fortnight) The commencement salary will depend on the successful applicant’s qualifications, experience and competencies, graduate progression may apply.
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	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	University students currently studying a relevant degree are encouraged to apply. CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Please be advised that the preferred candidate for this position, as a condition of employment, may be required to complete a criminal history check, a pre-employment medical or a skills assessment.
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.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 30 MAY 2024

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