Environmental Health Officer
vor 2 Wochen
Location: Negotiable (within the North Burnett Region)
Work Schedule: 9-day fortnight
Why work with us? There really is no better place to live, work and play than naturally beautiful North Burnett.
Home to 6 main townships plus quaint villages, the region boasts incredible National Parks, is agriculturally diverse, and offers an idyllic relaxed lifestyle.
Work-life balance: This role offers a 9-day fortnight allowing you to enjoy our beautiful rural location, and relaxed natural environment, while having the space and freedom to explore your potential.
Community and connection: Find a sense of belonging and build authentic and meaningful relationships within our close-knit communities.
Affordable living: Enjoy a lower cost of living and better housing affordability.
Rural lifestyle: Enjoy the rural landscapes, clean air, and laid-back atmosphere.
Rewarding career: This is an exciting time to be joining the team.
North Burnett Regional Council offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development and initiatives to support a healthy work/life balance.
In this key position, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining high standards in environmental health and regulatory services.
Reporting to the Environment Stream Leader, you'll lead investigations, conduct audits, and perform detailed assessments to ensure compliance with legislation and Council's Local Laws.
About you You bring demonstrated experience in a similar role, supported by tertiary qualifications in Applied Science (Environmental Health), Health Science, or equivalent qualifications.
Candidates currently pursuing these qualifications are also encouraged to apply.
You're a proactive and adaptable professional with strong interpersonal skills, enabling you to effectively engage with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
With a high degree of initiative, you excel at working autonomously, managing your own schedule, and adapting to changing priorities.
You're equally comfortable collaborating within a multidisciplinary team when required.
Your thorough understanding of relevant legislation, combined with the ability to interpret and apply it in practice, ensures the effective delivery of Environmental Health services.
Working in a rural community, you'll enjoy a unique opportunity to gain exposure to a diverse range of Environmental Health challenges and learning experiences, enhancing both your expertise and professional growth.
Key responsibilities: As an Environmental Health Officer, your diverse responsibilities will include: Administering, investigating, and enforcing environmental, public health, and food safety standards within legislative and Council frameworks. Conducting inspections and audits of licensed and registered premises to ensure compliance with Council's Local Laws and Policies. Supporting the Compliance team with the implementation and enforcement of Local Laws and Policies as needed. Assisting with the management of Council's waste collection services, the management and supervision of Council operated landfills and landfill operators, including contract reviews and performance evaluations of landfill operators. Liaising with contractors to ensure smooth delivery of services and adherence to standards. Providing detailed assessments of development approvals relevant to environmental health requirements. Contributing to health promotion initiatives to enhance community awareness and well-being. Preparing reports on environmental health matters, drafting correspondence, and handling administrative tasks to ensure compliance with Council standards. Supporting the preparation of the annual budget, including preliminary cash flow analysis and review processes. Benefits of working at Council: Be part of a passionate and talented team Generous leave provisions Healthy work/life balance Rostered days off (RDO) – 9-day fortnight Professional development and training opportunities Employee Assistance Program for work or non-work-related matters North Burnett Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice. Contact: For further information regarding this position please contact Darren Simpson from the People and Performance Team on .
Additional Information: Please refer to the Position Description for full details regarding the responsibilities and requirements of this position.
If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you and appreciate your application.
To be considered for this position, you must have adequate unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
North Burnett Regional Council is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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