Environmental Health Professional Job Description
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Job Overview:
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring public and environmental health is protected within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Government Area. This role involves enhancing public health practices, protecting the environment, and providing technical expertise to residents and staff.
Responsibilities:
* Undertake inspections and surveillance activities to ensure compliance with legislation, guidelines, and Council policies in relation to environmental health.
* Assess and determine applications under the Local Government Act.
* Use technical expertise to analyse and interpret consultant reports, legislation and guidelines to provide professional advice to residents and staff.
* Investigate pollution incidents and respond to complaints, taking appropriate regulatory action when required.
Requirements:
To succeed in this role, you will require:
* Strong knowledge of environmental health principles and practices.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
* High level of organisational and time management skills.
Benefits:
* Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time.
* Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport.
* Career development opportunities.
* Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review.
* Long service leave after 5 years.
* Generous employee assistance program.
* Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia.
* Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements.
About The Region:
The Mid-North Coast is an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts, offering stunning beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community vibe.