Environmental Health Officer - Senior

To deliver high level Environmental Health services as part of the broader public health program to protect, promote and prevent risks to individuals and the community arising from Environmental Health hazards that impact on the natural and built environmental and human health. Monitor, promote and enforce compliance with public health legislation and undertake health risk.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP4
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/GC557908
Closing date 03-May-2024
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Contact person Sheryl Hurst
Contact details (07) 5667 3200
Access theThe RoleAn opportunity has become available for an Environmental Health Officer – Senior to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.You will

• Deliver Environmental Health services that are complex and varied in nature, and to identify and integrate evidence-based options into practice
• Exercise independent judgement, high level problem solving and evidentiary skills to monitor, enforce and undertake complex investigations of public health legislation
• Undertake health risk assessments, research, plan, implement and/or oversee the implementation of Environmental Health projects and compliance programs
• High level participation in a multi-disciplinary team responding to public health incidents and disasters, and communicable disease outbreaks

About youTo be successful in this position you will require:

• A tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification from a recognised tertiary institution that is accredited by Environmental Health Australia
• Drivers Licence
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Permanent full time
• Base salary ranging from $124 435 - $133 901 per annum

About UsThe Gold Coast Public Health Unit aligns with the Nursing, Midwifery and Patient Experience Directorate in the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service. The Public Health Unit aims to protect, prevent and promote the health and wellbeing of the community.About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

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