**About the position**
The Assistant Environmental Health Officer will also be required to maintain Council's registers, provide administrative support to the Planning, Environment and Regulatory Services Department, demonstrate high levels of customer service and have excellent organisational skills.
**About Muswellbrook**
Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.
The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.
Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.
It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger - we have space for you.
**About you**
- Certificate IV in Business Administration, Local Government or similar, or relevant experience in Local Government/State Government or relevant experience in hospitality (food service)
- Current NSW Drivers License
- Developed high level of communication, literacy, numeracy and computer skills
- Demonstrated high level of customer service and time management skills
- Interest in gaining a career in Environmental Health
- Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (outlined in the Position Description)
- Demonstrated Fundamental key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (outlined in the Position Description)
**We offer**
- Permanent full time, 35 hours per week
- Salary from $60,773 to $65,579 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 11.5% superannuation
- Training Courses + Professional Development
- Flexible work arrangements with access to access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi)
- 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
- Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family
**Further information and to apply**
To apply:
- Complete the- Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated.
- **Applications close o**n**29 January 2025**.**
**The Welcome Experience**
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