Environmental Health Officer

To deliver Environmental Health services as part of the broader public health program to protect, promote and prevent risks to individuals and the community from Environmental Health hazards that impact on the natural and built environmental and human health.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP3
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/GC555047
Closing date 12-Apr-2024
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Contact person Dieter Jurgeneit
Contact details (07) 5667 3207
Access theThe RoleAn opportunity has become available for an Environmental Health Officer 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

• Develop, implement and evaluate Environmental Health projects, quality improvement and compliance programs
• Monitor, investigate, enforce and promote compliance with public health legislation in line with policies and procedures
• Provide accurate and timely advice and support to managers, other public health practitioners, the public, industry, partners and stakeholders
• Participate in public health incident and disaster management responses and work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team responding to communicable disease outbreaks

About youTo be successful in this position you will require:

• 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 $76 747 – $112 805 per annum

About UsThe Gold Coast Public Health Unit sits within the Nursing, Midwifery and Patient Experience Division in Gold Coast Health. The Public Health Unit's aim is to protect and promote the health of the community by addressing Environmental Health hazards, communicable and vaccine preventable diseases that cause illness and injury.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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