Environment Health Officer - Wakeley, Australia - Fairfield City Council

Fairfield City Council

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Wakeley, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Applications closing on 22 September 2023, 11:59 PM

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Job TypeFull Time
PackageThis position is a Grade 6, salary range is $89,415.00 p.a. with progression to $98,698.00 on demonstrated competencies, with performance progression to $104,738.

THE POSITION:

Fairfield City Council is home to one of the largest industrial areas in NSW.

It also includes rural farmlands, large commercial and residential areas and hosts one of the most multicultural gastronomic experiences in Western Sydney.

Council's Public Health and Environment Branch is seeking experienced and recent graduates to join the team.

You will have the opportunity to work within all facets of Environmental Health and be supported by experienced team members to ensure that you succeed in this diverse workplace.

The successful applicant will also be required to conduct investigations of public health complaints, environmental incidents, contaminated land investigations, audit industrial and commercial premises, assess Development Applications in terms of potential environmental impacts and assist in promoting the enhancement, improvement and maintenance of the environment for the wellbeing of the City of Fairfield.

ESSENTIAL:

A degree in Environmental Health/ Science or similar qualification.
Experience in inspecting regulated premises such as food shops, beauty salons, cooling towers, swimming pools, septic tanks.
Sound working knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Food Act, Local Government Act, Public Health Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, and other relevant legislation.
Experience investigating complaints concerning pollution incidents, contaminated land, public health risks and similar issues.
Experience in the assessment of Development Applications in terms of environmental heads of consideration.
Sound judgement with ability to determine appropriate enforcement options (warnings, notices and orders, penalty notices, legal proceedings) and use them to achieve compliance with legislation.
Welldeveloped written and communication skills.
Current driver's license.

SALARY AND EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

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Permanent position, 70 hours per fortnight.

This position is a Grade 6, salary range is $89,415.00 p.a. with progression to $98,698.00 on demonstrated competencies, with performance progression to $104,73
Study assistance including up to 10 days study leave.
Wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym.
Significant leave benefits 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year.
Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years.
Flexible working arrangements available.
A mobile telephone is provided.
A motor vehicle arrangement is available.
Free onsite parking.

FURTHER CONTACT:
Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to the Public Health and Environment Branch on

CLOSING DATE:
Friday 22 September 2023.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must address the essential criteria, knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required in the position description.

Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The successful applicant may be required to undertake a National Police Clearance prior to commencement.

We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.

PO BOX 21 BRADLEY CUTTS
**FAIRFIELD NSW 1860 GENERAL MANAGER