Manager - Environmental Health

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3Location: Station St Office
Remuneration: $122,850.00 - $139,559.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ473550Applications Close: 03/04/2024With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.What we can offer you (for eligible employees):· Accrued Day Off (ADO) (for full time employees)· Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging· Novated Leasing· Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year· Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members· Fitness PassportWhat you'll be doing:The position is responsible for coordinating and leading the delivery of Environmental Health programs within the public health framework for Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District as determined by the Ministry of Health and Director Public Health. Additionally, you will be responsible for the provision of high-level technical expertise and support to the PHU and LHD to prepare for and respond to Environmental Health issues. The position coordinates and conducts statutory functions within the LHD under Public Health Legislation, and develops and implements legislation, guidelines and standards to conduct investigations and inspections on Environmental Health issues, including preparing of reports and advice. The role supports and contributes to the development and implementation of a strategic vision and plan to address the environmental determinants of health. You will also be managing the development and management of external relationships with the LHD across Local and State Government, regulated industry, and through developing relationships with the tertiary education sector. The position supervises Environmental Health Officers and Tobacco Compliance Officer and works as part of the broader Public Health Unit. Interested? Apply today!An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.About us:Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean and Blue Mountains and Lithgow Region.NBMLHD: is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality, and people with disability.All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course (2 doses) of a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) approved or recognised COVID-19 vaccine (except for the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine which is approved by the TGA as a single dose primary course). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. A NSW Health agency may require further information about the medical contraindication (including but not limited to an Immunisation Medical Exemption form – IM011 form).Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.Selection criteria to be addressed: * Relevant tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health (or equivalent), or relevant equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience.

• Demonstrated extensive experience in managing a range of Environmental Health issues, with a focus on health risk assessment and health impact assessment.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of NSW Public Health related legislation and experience in its use to promote and protect Environmental/Public Health.
• Highly developed and effective management and leadership skills and a demonstrated capacity to manage multidisciplinary groups, including highly developed negotiation and delegation skills consistent with working in a senior management position.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and ability to analyse, investigate, develop practical solutions and report on often complex and politically sensitive Environmental Health and public health issues.
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with multiple government and other stakeholders, and with the tertiary education sector, including arranging and supervising student placements.
• Advanced computer skills utilising varied and appropriate software (Eg data recording and processing, Microsoft suite, Geospatial surveillance), and a willingness to learn new programs.
• Current drivers license (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position)

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