Aboriginal Environmental Health Officer Trainee

2 months ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Goulburn Mulwaree Council Full time

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to commence your career with Goulburn Mulwaree Council as an Aboriginal Trainee Environmental Health Officer. As part of our dynamic Environment & Health business unit, you will gain valuable skills and experience in protecting the health and environment of your community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspecting swimming pools, food, skin penetration and other businesses to ensure compliance with health regulations
  • Responding to enquiries and investigating complaints from the community
  • Sampling water and undertaking mosquito monitoring to identify potential health risks
  • Educating people to protect their health and the environment

Eligibility Criteria

  • Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person by descent and identity, recognised by the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community
  • Be able to successfully enrol in the Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) at Western Sydney University
  • Hold a current Class C Driver's Licence

Traineeship Benefits

  • Study a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) degree at Western Sydney University by distance part-time and attend workshops
  • Have paid study leave and tutoring
  • Have university fees paid for all subjects you pass
  • Have structured on-the-job training
  • Be part of the Aboriginal Environmental Health Officer trainee network
  • Gain access to e-learning platforms

Working Environment

  • A commencing annual salary of $56,789 with ongoing progression through to $80,511 upon completion of studies, plus 11.5% superannuation
  • A 35 hour week, over a 9 day fortnight
  • Flexible working arrangements under Council's Flex First Procedure including access to an individualised hours agreement
  • 2 health and wellbeing leave days for your Christmas break
  • 3 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused
  • Long service leave after 5 years of employment
  • Salary packaging options available including novated leasing
  • Generous paid parental leave arrangements for both parents
  • Generous reward and recognition programs and initiatives

Wellbeing Support

  • A suite of health and wellbeing programs offered each year
  • Free vaccinations and health checks
  • A supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valued
  • A range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental health champions
  • Access to a confidential counselling service for you and your family
  • Staff fitness initiatives

Applications will remain open until a suitable applicant is sourced.

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