Environmental Health Compliance Officer

Mount Isa City Council; Mount Isa City; Sur place; AUD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employee Assistance Program

Immunisation Program

Sporting reimbursement

5 weeks annual leave

Résumé du poste

Mount Isa City Council is seeking a dedicated Environmental Health Professional to support Environmental Health Services in protecting public health and safety. You will contribute to regulatory compliance across food, public health and environmental protection while building strong relationships with the community and stakeholders.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in Environmental Health (or two years' regulatory experience), the ability to interpret legislation, plan a demanding

Qualifications

• Must have tertiary qualification in Environmental Health as approved by Environmental Health Australia and/or minimum of two years’ experience in an environmental health or regulatory/compliance role.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation (Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011) and determine appropriate compliance approach.

Responsabilités

• Support Environmental Health Services in protecting public health and safety through programs relating to Environmental Health and compliance.
• Enhance council’s public image through responsive relationships and communication with community, business and stakeholders.

Formation

Tertiary qualification in Environmental Health

Description du poste

About the business

Mount Isa City Council provides employment for approximately 200 employees in a variety of full time, part time, contractual and casual positions.

These positions cover the full scope of Council operations from administration, financial, professional and technical roles to operational positions within the various sections.

About the role

This position is to support Environmental Health Services in achieving the protection of public health and safety through programs relating to Environmental Health, inclusive of regulatory compliance regarding food, public health, and environmental protection. The position will enhance council’s public image through responsive and effective relationships and communication with the community, business, and other stakeholders.

Please read the Position Description for further information on the role.

About You

You will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Health as approved by Environmental Health Australia and/or a minimum of two years’ experience in an environmental health or other regulatory/compliance role.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation including (but not limited to) the Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, and determine appropriate compliance approach to Environmental Health.
• Ability to plan and prioritise a demanding workload, along with resourcefulness and initiative to complete objectives within given timelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from a range of backgrounds to achieve a desirable outcome.
• Proven experience in adherence to confidentiality requirements and provision of strong interpersonal skills including verbal, written, interview/negotiation, problem solving, and conflict resolution.
• C Class Drivers licence or ability to obtain prior to commencement.

What's in it for you?

When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential. Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities. Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace!

• Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.
• Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
• We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
• All workers of Council are responsible for the wellbeing, physical, emotional and cultural safety of the children and young people who receive our services.
• All workers are expected to act in accordance with the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024, including the Child Safe Standards and Universal Principle in their physical and online interactions with children and young people, including outside the course of their work for the Council.
• All workers are subject to the Reportable Conduct Scheme and its obligations as per the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024. Learn more about our commitment to being a Child Safe Organisation on our website.
• Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.