Environmental Health Officer - On-Site Sewage Management
- Salary: $61,932 - $85,037 pa. plus 11% Super (pro-rata)
- Permanent Part-Time position
- Work as part of a friendly team environment
The focus of this position is to provide for the protection, promotion and improvement of the environment and public health and safety of the community by:
- providing professional advice, delivering education and guidance;
- administer and enforce the Acts and Regulations under various legislation and Council policies; and
- working co-operatively with other Council divisions and state agencies to achieve improved environmental and public health outcomes.
The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.
Duties
Reporting directly to the Senior Environmental Health Officer, you will be responsible for:-
- Assessing and determining applications for approval to operate existing sewage management facilities.
- Inspection and assessment of sewage management facilities on domestic and commercial premises.
- Investigation and enforcement activities for compliance with relevant environmental legislation such as the Protection of the Environment Operations Act and Regulations, e.g. for air, noise, water pollution and waste dumping matters;
- Investigate and respond to neighbourhood complaints such as noise, air pollution, odours, overgrown vegetation, hoarding and squalor, management of noise from aviaries & poultry.
- Implement the NSW food legislation through compliance inspection and auditing, food handler education and enforcement of retail premises and temporary and mobile food premises;
- Undertake noise assessments of activities as required, including using sound level meters and provide reports in accordance with Environmental Protection Authority’s noise assessment criteria;
For further duties & responsibilities please refer to the Job Description.
Skills & Experience
To be successful in the position, you will possess:
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent
- Current NSW WorkCover Construction Induction Certificate
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence
Please refer to the Job Description for additional selection criteria.
This is a grade range position, therefore in accordance with qualifications, accreditation, experience and demonstrated skills, the prospective employee will be assessed as either Grade 9, 10 or 11.
Grade 9 – $61,932 – $72,096 (pro-rata)
Grade 10 - $68,401 - $78,569 (pro-rata)
Grade 11 – $74,874 - $85,037 (pro-rata)
About Shoalhaven City Council
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.
Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:
- Generous Leave Entitlements
- Long Service Leave After 5 Years
- 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
- Flexitime for Indoor Staff
- Remote Working Arrangements
- Fitness Passport
- Novated Lease Arrangements
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Training and Development Programs
How to Apply
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
- Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
- How do you effectively manage your time and ensure deadlines are met?
- Briefly describe your experience interpreting and applying relevant legislation such as the [Local Government Act 1993, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, NSW Threatened Species Conservation Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act,]
For more information on the application process, please visit how to apply on Councils website.
Contact: Glendon Lee – Senior Environmental Health Officer – 02 4429 3407
Applications Close: Monday 6 May 2024 (at Midnight)
Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace.
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