Environmental Health Officer

About the role:

The Environmental Health Officer is responsible for the planning, implementation and reporting of general and specialist Environmental Health functions.  These include risk assessments, approvals, sampling programmes, customer requests for investigations, pollution management, large public event risk management and onsite wastewater disposal. In addition, the Environmental Health Officer will also initiate, implement and review projects designed to promote community Environmental Health and prevent or minimise public health risks. Interpretation and enforcing legislation, policies and standards including the instigation of legal action and the provision of evidence is also part of the position.

We currently have a permanent part-time position available of 69 hours per fortnight with the potential of more hours based on leave coverage or other operational requirements. We are also flexible and open to negotiate if the successful candidate prefers less hours.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage specific EH program areas and carry out various inspections, audits, investigations, and projects as required
• Apply risk management strategies to specified projects
• Interpret legislation and carry out enforcement functions in accordance with authority granted under legislation and established procedures
• Employ effective investigative and dispute resolution strategies to resolve Environmental Health issues
• Provide professional and technical advice and information to both external and internal customers
• Participate in the development and implementation of the business plan for the section including the reporting of performance against agreed outcomes and performance indicators
• Participate in a system of continuous improvement including the planning, documentation and review of processes, procedures, policies and guidelines.

For more information on the role please refer to the position description.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• A Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or other qualifications acceptable to the Executive Director Public Health
• Eligibility to be appointed as an Authorised Person and Inspector under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 for noise
• Eligibility to be appointed as an Authorised Person and Inspector under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 for pollution
• Training or qualifications in any other associated areas such as health education, food sciences, health sciences, mosquito management or pollution management will be highly regarded
• Previous experience or responsibility in Environmental Health projects or work
• Current drivers’ licence
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate is required.

About working with us:

The salary for this position will be from $87,898.52 - $103,784.24 per annum pro rata depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant

You will also enjoy benefits including:

• Flexibility to balance work and life through supported work from home
• Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Up to 16.5% Superannuation
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• Generous study assistance
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City:

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations. The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.

Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work.  We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact David directly on (08) 9267 9***.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on (08) 9267 9***.

To apply please submit a cover letter of no more than 1 page that outlinesyour qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link. 

Closing Date: Sunday 31 March 2024 at 11pm AWST.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position please submit an application as early as possible.

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