Tobacco Regulatory & Compliance Officer

We are seeking a Tobacco Regulatory & Compliance Officer for a state government department in St Leonards. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting tobacco, e-cigarettes, and smoke-free compliance activities.This is a 12-month temporary assignment aiming to start ASAP. The hourly rate is $55 per hour plus superannuation. You will be required to work on-site, five days a week, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.Client DetailsOur client is a reputable state government agency based in St Leonards.DescriptionTobacco Regulatory Control Officers are responsible for conducting tobacco, e-cigarettes, and smoke-free compliance activities, including:

• Inspections of regulated retailers and smoke-free locations to provide face-to-face education and monitor compliance in line with our regulatory priorities.
• Compliance monitoring and issuing Penalty Notices and cautions to members of the public allegedly in breach of the provisions of the relevant legislation.
• Collection, collation and analysis of data relating to compliance monitoring and enforcement activity.
• Conduct all court appearance work, including mentions for prosecutions from the Tobacco & E-cigarettes Compliance Team until either a plea of not guilty is entered into by the defendant or until such time as the matter is taken over by legal representatives engaged by the client.

Officers are appointed under the Public Health Act 2010, the Public Health (Tobacco) Act 2008, Smoke-free Environment Act 2000 and the Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act 1966 to undertake these activities.ProfileThe successful candidate will have:

• Strong communication skills
• Resilient attitude
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal skills

Job OfferInterested?Please click the 'Apply' link or share your resume to or call 0459 039 094