Environmental Health Officer

Permanent Part Time (22.8 hours per week)
with additional temporary part time (15.2 hours available per week for the first 12 months)

$98,265.78 – $105,798.64 pa/pro rata (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)

Flexible working arrangements available including flexitime, WFH and RDOs

Who we are

The Surf Coast Shire is blessed with unique environments from the coast to the hinterland - towns and villages with their own culture and lifestyles. The charm and values of a coastal lifestyle make it a place where people want to live, work, and visit to experience an exceptional quality of life. Our workforce is representative of the townships and communities it serves, and our culture is supportive, respectful, and connected to our purpose of helping our community and environment to thrive.  At Surf Coast, we work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.

We empower our people to do their best and be proud of their achievements. We have a commitment to growth and development with opportunities for learning and growth.  Our employees enjoy a contemporary working environment with flexibility and hybrid working arrangements.

At Surf Coast, we work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.

Your new career

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an Environmental Health Officer to join our dynamic and supportive team.  This is an exciting role where you will be helping our community to thrive by contributing to the delivery of an extensive range of environmental health services aimed at protecting and promoting public health.

In particular, you will be involved in registration, monitoring and compliance activities relating to food safety premises, public health and wellbeing premises, onsite wastewater management systems, infectious disease outbreaks, tobacco control, mosquito management, recreational water quality and public health nuisances.

In addition, the role will provide you with the opportunity to assist with the delivery of Council’s childhood immunisation program and other public health projects.

What you will bring to the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic professional who is committed to making a difference and improving local public health standards.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a positive 'can do' attitude;
• Be a team player who contributes to a strong team culture; and
• Possess a growth mindset.

Key selection criteria

Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements

• Degree or Diploma of Applied Science/Environmental Health or similar qualification as declared by the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services and eligible to be a member of Environmental Health Professionals Australia (Qualification Check)
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines to make decisions and clearly communicate to people internal and external to the organisation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to people both internally and externally to the organisation.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to a team philosophy and a willingness to participate in continuous improvement of work practices.
• An understanding of Council’s Environmental Health service’s roles, responsibilities and programs delivered by the Unit.
• Current Victorian driver’s licence
• A current Working With Children Check
• You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
• Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).
  A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia. 

What you’ll love about working with us

Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:

• Flexible working arrangements including working from home and flexi time options,
• Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
• Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
• Purchase of additional annual leave
• Free onsite parking
• Leave loading.

For more information

More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description above.

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Stuart Symes, Coordinator Environmental Health on 5261 0600.

How to apply

Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

• cover letter
• statement addressing the selection criteria
• copy of your resume.

Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.

Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.

Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 27 October 2024.