Permanent Full-time Opportunity – 35-hour week – 19-day month
Offering a Salary Ranging from $100,946.04 - $117,316.16 + 11.5% Superannuation.
Lease Back Vehicle Option Available
The Opportunity
The position of Environmental Health Officer OSSM actively undertakes business functions associated with programmed audits, investigations, compliance and assessments of onsite sewage management systems throughout the Local Government Area (LGA). The position will assist the Coordinator Health and Building and Manager Development Assessment and Regulation by participating in a business transformation model to achieve cultural change and succeed in accomplishing agreed service delivery outcomes.
About Us
Wingecarribee Shire Council is the Local Government Authority (LGA) for the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales. We are a thriving regional centre located midway between Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong and is a recognised place of arts, culture and style for our visitors and our community. A great place to explore the abundance of outdoor activities or to raise a family with a range of excellent health and educational options for all ages. It’s the place to be!
Our Values of R E S P E C T - Resilience Empathy Sustainability Pride Efficiency Courage and Teamwork drive the way we work.
Essential Criteria
- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health, Environmental Science or equivalent discipline with experience in Local Government context of the application of statutory provisions under the Local Government Act 1993 and the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997.
- Previous demonstrated experience in the establishment, implementation and review of environmental compliance programs including on site sewer management audits. Ability to critically analyse different sewage management systems.
- Comprehensive demonstrated knowledge in contemporary environmental health systems and associated requirements.
- Proven experience in communication to a wide range of audiences, ability to negotiate outcomes and seek compliance through the use of a variety of regulatory tools including notices, orders, penalties and court proceedings.
- Demonstrated previous experience in the preparation of detailed and technical reports relating to environmental health activities. Ability to present information in a logical, factual and professional manner.
- Update and maintain corporate records, local systems and data bases, complying with systems and processes to ensure that all information is accurate, securely stored and accessible.
- Hold a Construction Induction (White) Card
- Hold and maintain current C Class Drivers Licence
- Be willing to participate in a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement
Benefits
- Attractive Salary Remuneration + 11.5% Superannuation per year
- Variable Day Off Every 4 Weeks
- A Work Laptop and mobile phone provided
- Time off for Blood Donors
- (4) Four weeks annual, (3) three weeks sick leave and (2) Two Health and Wellbeing days per annum
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
- Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
- Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
- Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup
- Leaseback Vehicle Option Available!
How to Apply
For further information about the position or the application process, please contact Jon Shillito on 02 4868 0888. To apply, please ensure to submit the following documents:
- Resume: Provide your current resume, detailing your professional experience and qualifications.
- Statement of Claims: Address the essential criteria mentioned in the job description in a statement of claims format.
- Please Upload: Additional Tickets, Qualifications and Certificates relevant to the role.
In accordance with Wingecarribee Shire Council’s COVID 19 Safety Plan, we encourage all employees to be COVID 19 vaccinated. Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Applications are to be received by Monday 26th August 2024
