About The Role
This role delivers and maintains environmental health services and programs in line with legislation, Council policies, and procedures. It ensures high-quality health services and facilities for the community, providing professional advice and health surveillance on all environmental health matters while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
* Liaise with City staff, government agencies, industry, community groups, businesses, schools and the public.
* Support the administration of the City's Environmental Health statutory obligations in line with relevant legislation.
* Ensure Environmental Health services reflect best practice and current legislative requirements.
* Investigate and enforce regulatory matters, including evidence gathering, reporting and court attendance when required.
* Provide clear written reports, verbal advice and operational support.
* Assist with the development and review of local laws, policies, plans and procedures.
* Conduct inspections and regulatory actions for licensed and permitted premises, facilities and public events.
* Support health promotion, education and community awareness activities.
* Act professionally at all times, demonstrating sound judgement, discretion, autonomy and confidentiality.
Qualifications
* Degree in Environmental Health or a related qualification approved by the Executive Director of Public Health.
* Sound knowledge of relevant Acts, Regulations and Local Laws.
* Ability to quickly learn and apply work practices, policies and procedures.
* Strong communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills.
* Experience in environmental health compliance, enforcement and education, with strong organisational and advisory skills.
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with good judgement and problem‐solving skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
* Current National Police Clearance.
* Current WA "C" Class driver's licence.
Benefits
* Salary sacrificing
* Flexible Working Arrangements
* A host of health and well‐being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program
* Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions
* Training and development opportunities
* Free Parking
* Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)
* $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities
* Rebated childcare offered
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.
Location: Kalgoorlie, Western Australia – Full‐time
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