Environmental Sanitation Officer

Placements24; Welkom; Hybride; ZAR 250 000 - 420 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Company vehicle

Professional development opportunities

Public service impact

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa seeks an Environmental Sanitation Officer to protect public health by inspecting premises, enforcing sanitation regulations, and educating communities on hygiene practices.

The role is field-based, requiring strong observational and analytical skills, effective public engagement, and the ability to work independently with a company vehicle provided for official duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience in environmental health, sanitation inspection, or a similar role.
• Knowledge of local and national health and sanitation laws and regulations.
• Strong observational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for public engagement.
• Ability to work independently and manage a field-based schedule.

Responsabilités

• Conduct regular inspections of food establishments, public spaces, and residential areas for sanitation compliance.
• Investigate public health nuisances and complaints, taking appropriate enforcement actions.
• Educate the public and businesses on proper sanitation practices and disease prevention.
• Develop and implement local sanitation programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate with other government agencies and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, investigations, and enforcement activities.

Connaissances

Observational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Public engagement

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, or related field

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified Environmental Sanitation Officer to contribute to public health and environmental quality in Welkom. This role involves inspecting premises, enforcing sanitation regulations, and educating the public on hygiene practices. You will play a vital part in preventing the spread of diseases and ensuring the safety of the community's living and working environments. This position requires a proactive approach, strong analytical skills, and the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders, contributing to the overall well-being and health standards of the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of food establishments, public spaces, and residential areas for sanitation compliance.
• Investigate public health nuisances and complaints, taking appropriate enforcement actions.
• Educate the public and businesses on proper sanitation practices and disease prevention.
• Develop and implement local sanitation programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate with other government agencies and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, investigations, and enforcement activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience in environmental health, sanitation inspection, or a similar role.
• Knowledge of local and national health and sanitation laws and regulations.
• Strong observational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for public engagement.
• Ability to work independently and manage a field-based schedule.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on community health.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Use of a company vehicle for official duties.
• Supportive team environment focused on public service.