Environmental Health Officer

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Annual leave

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a diligent Environmental Health Officer to safeguard public health through sanitation and environmental management, inspecting premises and advising businesses.

The role focuses on food safety, waste management, and hygiene, with responsibilities to enforce laws, educate the public, and work with government agencies. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and communicates effectively with diverse stakeholders while handling inspections and investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health or a related field.
• Registered with the relevant professional body (e.g., South African Institute for Environmental Health).
• Demonstrated experience in conducting environmental health inspections and investigations.
• Strong knowledge of South African environmental health legislation and policies.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in the Durban area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of food establishments, public spaces, and workplaces to ensure compliance with health and safety laws.
• Investigate complaints and reports of environmental health hazards, such as pest infestations, inadequate sanitation, and pollution.
• Enforce environmental health legislation through advisory visits, issuing notices, and, where necessary, initiating legal proceedings.
• Educate the public and businesses on matters of environmental health, including hygiene, waste disposal, and disease prevention.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve environmental conditions and public health within the community.
• Collaborate with other government agencies and stakeholders to address complex environmental health issues.

Skills

Excellent report writing

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a diligent Environmental Health Officer to join their team in Durban, responsible for safeguarding public health through effective sanitation and environmental management. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all premises comply with health regulations, focusing on areas such as food safety, waste management, and public hygiene. You will conduct inspections, provide guidance to businesses, and investigate public health nuisances. This position requires a deep understanding of environmental health legislation and a commitment to promoting a healthy community. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and possesses excellent communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of food establishments, public spaces, and workplaces to ensure compliance with health and safety laws.


• Investigate complaints and reports of environmental health hazards, such as pest infestations, inadequate sanitation, and pollution.


• Enforce environmental health legislation through advisory visits, issuing notices, and, where necessary, initiating legal proceedings.


• Educate the public and businesses on matters of environmental health, including hygiene, waste disposal, and disease prevention.


• Develop and implement strategies to improve environmental conditions and public health within the community.


• Collaborate with other government agencies and stakeholders to address complex environmental health issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health or a related field.


• Registered with the relevant professional body (e.g., South African Institute for Environmental Health).


• Demonstrated experience in conducting environmental health inspections and investigations.


• Strong knowledge of South African environmental health legislation and policies.


• Excellent report writing and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in the Durban area.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary.


• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund contributions.


• Generous annual leave allowance.


• Opportunities for further training and professional development.


• A chance to make a significant impact on public health in the community.