Environmental Health Officer - Contract

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative team player to support our Program Leader (Environmental Health Projects) in delivering impactful projects and programs. This exciting role focuses on addressing emerging environmental health challenges, including the critical public health impacts of climate change. Join us and make a difference! About the role: Conduct environmental health assessments on proposed developments and provide reports and policy advice to Council staff and external stakeholders. Undertake routine environmental health inspections, investigate complaints and reports on possible breaches of food hygiene, and environmental and public health legislation. Enforce laws and regulations related to environmental health and public health. Develop and implement environmental health programs and policies. Provide advice and education to the public, businesses, and other stakeholders on environmental health issues. What's on offer: A base salary ranging from $81,860 per annum with competency-based increments up to $96,965 per annum, plus 11.5% super. A maximum-term contract of up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension or permanency subject to performance, funding, and operational needs. 70-hour, 9-day fortnight. Training and development opportunities. Flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance. Generous employment conditions. We are seeking: Recognised qualification at degree level in Environmental Health or equivalent where specialist knowledge is required. Eligible for membership of Environmental Health Australia. An understanding of environmental concepts associated with water, noise, and air pollution and public health. Sound knowledge of environmental and public health legislation in a local government environment. About us: Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast. The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm. Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Join an employer of choice . Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government. Where it's located: This position is based in Murwillumbah and can be directed to work from any Council work site. Position closes: Friday 7 February 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted. Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process. Immunisations: This position is identified as at risk of contracting vaccine-preventable/manageable diseases and as a consequence impacted employees are strongly recommended to participate in Council’s workplace vaccination program. How To Apply: You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council. Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later. Have your Resume document ready to go. Fill out all questions below. Click 'Next'. You'll then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click 'Next'. Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to submit your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr