Environmental Health Officer - Moranbah [Australia]

 

Our Community Education and Compliance Department has an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated Environmental Health Officer based in Moranbah to join the team on a permanent full-time basis.

As an Environmental Health Officer, you will experience a diverse role working across all aspects of environmental health functions including:

• Provide food safety and hygiene education and awareness.

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• legislative compliance in the Isaac region in accordance with the Local Government Act 2009, Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, Water Supply (Safety and Reliability) Act 2008, and Isaac Regional Council Local Laws.
• Make recommendations and decisions based on sound risk assessment and apply a proportionate compliance strategy in line with processes and escalations contained in Council Policy, Procedures, and Frameworks that also considers public interest factors.
• Negotiate positive outcomes through effective communication to resolve community complaints in a timely and efficient manner.
• Undertake internal compliance programs for Environmentally Relevant Activities (ERAs).

The successful candidate will have:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying relevant legislation to undertake the position specific accountabilities of an Environmental Health Officer.

• Proven ability to plan and implement community programs, projects and training, including the ability to develop and maintain business and industry partnerships;

• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to consistently achieve goals, work autonomously and prioritise work tasks to achieve program objectives;

• High-level written and interpersonal skills including advanced negotiation, liaison and mediation skills;

• Demonstrated research, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills transferrable to this position.

For this position we offer:

• Salary $79,732.11 - $86,067.78 per annum plus allowances (Stream A, Level 4 – 5)
• Based in Moranbah
• 5 weeks annual leave pro-rata @ 17.5% loading
• 15 Days’ personal leave per annum
• Up to 13.5% super in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement
• RDO’s in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement
• Exclusive access for you and your immediate family to our Employee Assistance Program, facilitated through Gryphon Psychology

For more details on this position contact the Manager Community Education & Compliance during business hours. Nishu Ellawala: 0439 681 972 / Email Nishu.Ellawala@isaac.qld.gov.au.
To access a copy of the Position Description, please copy and paste the below link into your internet browser: https://www.isaac.qld.gov.au/downloads/file/6157/position-description-environmental-health-officer-64-511-00-

If you believe you would be an extraordinary ambassador for our culture and values – Please click 'Apply Here' and follow the steps to submit your application. Please ensure you provide a resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience, achievements and motivation for applying for this position.

Applications Close: Sunday 16 July 2023

IRC has the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

Isaac Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers to apply. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

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