Health Advisor

7 months ago


Melbourne, Australia Environment Protection Authority Full time

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan

Job type: Full Time - Fixed Term

Organisation: Environment Protection Authority

**Salary**: $92,332 - $104,762

Occupation: Environment

Reference: 723
- **Full Time | Fixed term from 5th May for 12 Months**

**About the Organisation**

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria’s environment and people. We work with community, industry, and businesses. As the needs of Victorians change, we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors.

We are workplace committed to new ways of working, EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles. We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life.

**The EPA Experience**
- See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand
- Range of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunities
- On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles
- Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options

**About the Role**:
You'll use current and emerging knowledge of the assessment and management of pathogens in environmental media (water, air, soil, waste) to undertake technical assessments in relation to microbial risks to environmental public health and make recommendations to reduce risks.

**In this role, you will**:

- Plan and deliver expert advice on microbial risks, supporting EPA's environmental public health function.
- Build networks and relationships across EPA to support public health initiatives.
- Prepare timely reports and advice on microbial risks, contributing to EPA's knowledge base.
- Stay updated on current microbial risk trends and regulations.

**Skills and Experience**:

- Tertiary qualification in science or related field, with a focus on microbiology.
- Experience in assessing microbial risks to human health.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of waste management and environmental expertise
- Demonstrated capability in project management and problem-solving.

**How to apply**

Applicants Should Submit:

- Cover letter; addressing your experience, the key selection criteria, motivations, and suitability to the role.
- Resume; including contact details of two referees.

**Need to know more?**

EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment. We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and genders.


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