Environmental Health Officers

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Environmental Health Officers. Terms and conditions vacancy

An exciting opportunity exists for two suitably qualified Environmental Health Officers seeking a challenging role in a dynamic and unique environment.  The ideal candidates will deliver effective health services to a diverse and progressive community within the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley.

An attractive salary package is on offer to the successful candidates dependent on skills and experience together with the rare opportunity to work within an enviable location.

Location

The East Kimberley is a picturesque and rugged sparsely populated northeast corner of Western Australia (WA) and is one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction it is known for luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and is a very amazing and unique part of Australia

The Position

Ensure proper standard of public and environmental health is maintained

• Promote and provide relevant information to the community on public and environmental health issues
• Investigation of breaches of relevant Council Local Laws administered by the Environmental Health Unit and providing input into policy and procedures.
• Investigation and/or preparation of reports pertaining to matters of public and environmental health inspection premises registered under the Food Act and Public Health
• Experience in researching, planning, developing and managing services, programs and activities

The Person

The successful applicants must hold formal qualifications as an Environmental Health Officer and desirably have Local Government experience.  Graduates are encouraged to apply.

• Tertiary Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health) or other qualifications and experience acceptable to the Department of Health.
• Working knowledge of the relevant Acts and regulations in relation to Environmental Health and an ability to apply relevant legislation whilst carrying out enforcement/education activities
• Responding to and assisting with programs and projects
• Experienced in assessment and investigation of environmental health matters including environmental assessment of development applications,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships in a diverse community.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Current Class C Driver License

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Nick Kearns, Director Planning and Community Development, on 08 9168 4100 to discuss the position requirements and opportunities.

A copy of the position description can be found on the Shire's website at www.swek.wa.gov.au

All applications must contain:

1. A cover letter
2. CV, and
3. A summary outlining your relevant experience and achievements in addressing each of the Selection Criteria as contained in the position description.

Applications failing to specifically address each of the Selection Criteria will not be considered.

Applications must be received by Sunday 29 July 2018, via email to [email protected] or by mail, addressed to: The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, PO Box 614, Kununurra, Western Australia 6743.

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for positions.

Applicants for this position must be legally entitled to work in Australia. Applicants invited for interview will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement at the time of interview. Acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with relevant visa.