Environmental Sanitation Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Sanitation Officer to contribute to public health in Port Elizabeth. The role involves inspecting premises, enforcing sanitation regulations, and educating the public and businesses on hygiene practices.

The officer will balance field work with administrative duties in a hybrid setting. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or Environmental Science and experience in environmental health inspection, with strong communication skills

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental health inspection or sanitation enforcement.
• Knowledge of public health laws and sanitation standards.
• Strong report-writing and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for public engagement.
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage administrative tasks in a hybrid setup.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of premises and facilities to ensure compliance with sanitation laws.
• Investigate nuisances and complaints related to sanitation and hygiene.
• Educate businesses and residents on waste disposal, food safety and hygiene practices.
• Develop and implement public health education campaigns related to sanitation.
• Enforce regulations, issue notices, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Collaborate with local authorities and communities to promote a healthier environment.

Skills

Public health inspection experience

Sanitation enforcement

Report writing

Interpersonal communication

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health or Environmental Science

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and diligent Environmental Sanitation Officer to contribute to public health and safety within Port Elizabeth. This role involves inspecting premises, enforcing sanitation regulations, and educating the public and businesses on hygiene practices. You will play a crucial part in preventing the spread of disease and ensuring a clean community environment. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of public health principles and excellent communication skills to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders in a hybrid capacity, balancing field work with administrative duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of food establishments, public facilities, and residential areas to ensure compliance with sanitation laws .
• Investigate public health nuisances and complaints related to sanitation and hygiene.
• Educate businesses and residents on proper waste disposal, food safety, and general hygiene practices .
• Develop and implement public health education campaigns related to environmental sanitation.
• Enforce sanitation regulations, issue notices, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Collaborate with local authorities and community groups to promote a healthier environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience in environmental health inspection or sanitation enforcement .
• In-depth knowledge of public health laws, sanitation standards, and best practices.
• Strong report-writing and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for public engagement.
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage administrative tasks efficiently in a hybrid setup.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a significant positive impact on community health in Port Elizabeth .
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• A supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between field duties and administrative tasks.