Senior Environmental Health Officer

Senior Environmental Health Officer

Level 7 - $124,101.04 (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance)

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

In an effort to provide greater coverage and support to the community of Port Hedland, we are currently seeking a motivated individual for the newly created position of Senior Environmental Health Officer to join our Environmental Services team on a permanent full-time basis.

As Senior Environmental Health Officer, you will provide specialised Environmental Health advice to internal and external stakeholders, and the opportunity to showcase your exceptional communication, organisational, time management skills coupled with conflict resolution expertise. Your experience and ability to provide advice and make recommendations in respect to contaminated land matters; public health matters; Local Government Act and other relevant regulatory matters will be invaluable as you provide leadership support and guidance to both the Environmental Health Officer, Graduate Environmental Health Officer and EH Technical Officer.

Reporting to the Manager of Environmental Services, the right applicant will have a focus on health promotion, innovation, and a passion for providing exemplary community service and support. In this role you will have the opportunity to undertake the coordination of expansive compliance programs, undertake assessments on applications ranging from small events to multimillion dollar industrial developments, undertaking aerial mosquito control programs with advanced drone technology and implement the Town's first Public Health Plan, all while supported by team of dedicated Environmental Health professionals.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class driver's license
• Rights to work in Australia.
• Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent qualification with relevant experience in this field.
• Qualifications suitable to the Department of Health to be authorised as a Regulatory Food Safety Auditor. and for the compliant undertaking of delegated Environmental Health functions.

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Town housing available with a utility allowance of up to $1,500
• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000
• Additional 2 days of paid leave per year during Christmas break
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid parental leave.

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact our Talent Team by emailing .au.

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11:45 PM on Sunday, 14 April 2024.

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.