Environmental Health Officer

2 weeks ago

Werribee, Australia Wyndham City Council Full time

Contribute to the Environmental Health Unit to achieve quality standards and targeted performance indicators
- Temporary, full time (Parental Leave cover until 07/11/2025)
- Band 6 salary of $101,297.04 plus super and a fortnightly RDO

**We are Wyndham**, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

**A bit about the role**

This position is a key in the identification and control of health risks across a broad region, to meet regulations and legislation.

You will work with the Environmental Health Unit Team in ongoing environmental inspections, management, recommendations, programs and education required by Council to meet compliance, and provide quality living, working and wellbeing standards throughout Wyndham City.

**What you’ll deliver**
- Active inspection of premises throughout the Wyndham region, and identifying issues (current and potential) that may contribute to environment health risks
- Inspect outbreaks and health matters that may affect municipal health, and respond to complaints from a diverse range of stakeholders
- Deliver proposals to manage potential environmental/ public health risks and compliance with regulations
- Provide expertise and trusted advice, making recommendations for control measures, risk mitigation, and the compliance of health standards
- Oversee construction and maintenance of premises (including food; industrial, beauty) ensuring standards are met

**What you’ll bring**
- A Degree qualification in Applied Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent qualification as declared by the Secretary of the Department of Health.
- Eligible to be member of Environmental Health Professionals Australia
- Experience delivering environmental health services inspections and legislative requirements throughout a diverse growth region
- Systems skills with experience in specific Environmental Health Services software
- A strong independent management approach with an ability to collaborate and contribute to team, and enforce decisions delivered in the community
- Advanced communication skills enabling written reports and professional liaison with others
- Sound knowledge and practicality of the required Government Acts pertaining to the delivery of Environmental Health services
- A continuous improvement mindset with a positive, proactive, and flexible attitude

**Be part of something more**

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

**What’s next?**

For a confidential discussion, please contact** Mery Siddiqui, Coordinator Public & Environmental Health on 9742 0738.**

Applications will be accepted until **11:59PM on Thursday **5 September 2024**.

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