Environmental Health Officer

3 days ago

Melbourne, Australia City of Monash Full time

**Job no**: 494922

**Categories**: Community Services & Development, Government and Defence

Temporary position, Full-time, up to 6 months

Salary from $94,038 + Superannuation

Vehicle for Commuter use available

Based in Glen Waverley close to the Glen

**Applications close**: Sunday, 21 April

About Us

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

The Public Health Unit provides services designed to maintain and improve the public and environmental health, safety and wellbeing of the community.

**About the Position**:
We are seeking an Environmental Health Officer to join the Public Health team for up to 6 months. Reporting to the Team Leader Public Health, the role includes:
Carrying out statutory functions of an Environmental Health Officer under the Food Act 1984, Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008, Environment Protection Act 2017, Tobacco Act 1987 and other legislated or general tasks related to the position.

Responding to service requests and complaints from the community on public health related matters, and after investigating, implementing appropriate proactive preventative actions so that any hazards are minimised and resolved in accordance with legislation and procedures.

Contributing to the success of Council through active teamwork, facilitation and effective performance of the responsibilities and duties of this position.

**Skills and Experience**:
A Degree in Bachelor of Health Science (Public and Environmental Health) or equivalent and be eligible for membership of Environmental Health Professionals Australia (EHPA)

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to solve problems with customers and colleagues in an enforcement environment

Well-developed writing skills including the ability to prepare correspondence in response to matters of varying complexity

A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as operate autonomously.

**Requirement of the position**:
A degree in Bachelor of Health Science (Public and Environmental Health) or equivalent.

Current Working with Children Check

Satisfactory National Police Check completed in past 6 months;
Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.

**Benefits**:
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:
Vibrant health and well-being programs

Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Supportive and accessible management

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Centres

**How to Apply**:
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close Sunday, 21 April at 11:55pm.

**Enquiries**:
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.

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