Assistant Environmental Health Officer

Job Description

The Assistant Environmental Health Officer will provide support to the Senior Environmental Health Officer in administering Council’s functions in relation to environmental and public health; assessing and determining certain applications under the Local Government Act; undertaking inspections associated with the Food Act, Public Health Act and Local Government Act, within statutory timeframes and in accordance with relevant legislative provisions; and provide timely and regulatory advice to the public and other professionals associated with this role. The Assistant Environmental Health Officer will also be required to maintain Council’s registers, provide administrative support to the Planning, Environment and Regulatory Services Department, demonstrate high levels of customer service and have excellent organisational skills. About Muswellbrook Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley. The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation. Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle. It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you. About you Certificate IV in Business Administration, Local Government or similar, or relevant experience in Local Government/State Government or relevant experience in hospitality (food service) Current NSW Drivers License Developed high level of communication, literacy, numeracy and computer skills Demonstrated high level of customer service and time management skills Interest in gaining a career in Environmental Health Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (outlined in the Position Description) Demonstrated Fundamental key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (outlined in the Position Description) We offer Permanent full time, 35 hours per week Salary from $60,773 to $65,579 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 11.5% superannuation Training Courses + Professional Development Flexible work arrangements with access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi) 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply) Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family Further information and to apply For more information on this position, please refer to the attached Position Description, Council’s Careers website or contact the hiring manager Claire Rozema, Senior Environmental Health Officer on 02 6549 3863. For more information regarding the application process please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact Human Resources. To apply: Complete the application form below, including providing responses to the mandatory questions required. Please keep your responses concise. An unfinished application cannot be retrieved to finish at a later date. Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated. You will receive an email confirming that your application has been submitted. All correspondence will be via the e-mail you have provided in your application. ***Please ensure you check your "Junk mail" folder*** #J-18808-Ljbffr