Environmental Health Officer

Permanent full-time role (1.0 FTE) working 38 hours, 5 days per week Salary Classification MOA5Salary Range $99,365.02 - $103,663.17 + 11.5% superannuation Working within a highly supportive, engaged, and professional teamAbout usThe City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs. We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what we do makes a positive difference to our community. About the roleThe Environmental Health Officer role is responsible for providing customer focused services to the community ensuring high levels of public health and safety are maintained in accordance with relevant legislation and community expectations. The Environmental Health Officer will work closely with the Team Leader Building & Environmental Health and Senior Environmental Health Officer. As part of a team of 3 highly experienced and professional Environmental Health Officers you will be primarily focused on investigation and enforcement of alleged breaches of relevant legislation relating to environmental safety.Functions of the role are varied and include working with residents from all backgrounds to address minor concerns to undertaking formal investigation and enforcement actions to resolve complex environmental breaches. The role is targeted at maintaining an environment and community awareness that preserves and enhances the public health, welfare and amenity of the community by ensuring that relevant statutory requirements are met and community education and awareness programs are delivered.The role offers outstanding conditions of employment and benefits designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of our team, you will benefit from:supportive, flexible working environmentcompetitive salary and conditionsongoing training and support for personal development and further educationcomplimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fundholistic health and wellbeing programs About youTo succeed in this role, you will have:Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent to enable appointment under the various legislation.Driver’s Licence – ‘C’ Class.Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Suite of Applications, 365 and internet technologies.Highly developed interpersonal skills to foster positive working relationships and collaboration.An ability to work with people from diverse range of backgrounds and disciplines.Positive "can do" attitude towards assisting customers and problem solving.A detailed working knowledge of relevant legislation including but not limited to:SA Public Health Act,  Supported Residential Facilities Act, Food Act, Environmental Protection Act, Housing Improvement Act, Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act,Local Government Act,Related policies and proceduresMore informationAll enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Grant Birss, Team Leader Building & Environmental Health at gbirss@unley.sa.gov.au  or on 8372 5111Applications must include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, qualifications, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position. Applications close 5pm Friday 31 January 2025 Pre-employment requirementsThe position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:General Employment Probity CheckPre-employment medical including Drug and Alcohol screeningEveryone Belongs at UnleyAs part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager’s contact details above for any support you need along the way.#S-DNIPosition Description AUD Unley 5061

Environmental Health Officer

  • Permanent full-time role (1.0 FTE) working 38 hours, 5 days per week 
  • Salary Classification MOA5
  • Salary Range $99,365.02 - $103,663.17 + 11.5% superannuation
  • Working within a highly supportive, engaged, and professional team

About us

The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.

We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what we do makes a positive difference to our community.

About the role

The Environmental Health Officer role is responsible for providing customer focused services to the community ensuring high levels of public health and safety are maintained in accordance with relevant legislation and community expectations.

The Environmental Health Officer will work closely with the Team Leader Building & Environmental Health and Senior Environmental Health Officer. As part of a team of 3 highly experienced and professional Environmental Health Officers you will be primarily focused on investigation and enforcement of alleged breaches of relevant legislation relating to environmental safety.

Functions of the role are varied and include working with residents from all backgrounds to address minor concerns to undertaking formal investigation and enforcement actions to resolve complex environmental breaches.

The role is targeted at maintaining an environment and community awareness that preserves and enhances the public health, welfare and amenity of the community by ensuring that relevant statutory requirements are met and community education and awareness programs are delivered.

The role offers outstanding conditions of employment and benefits designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of our team, you will benefit from:

  • supportive, flexible working environment
  • competitive salary and conditions
  • ongoing training and support for personal development and further education
  • complimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fund
  • holistic health and wellbeing programs

 About you

To succeed in this role, you will have:

  • Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent to enable appointment under the various legislation.
  • Driver’s Licence – ‘C’ Class.
  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Suite of Applications, 365 and internet technologies.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills to foster positive working relationships and collaboration.
  • An ability to work with people from diverse range of backgrounds and disciplines.
  • Positive "can do" attitude towards assisting customers and problem solving.

A detailed working knowledge of relevant legislation including but not limited to:

  • SA Public Health Act,  
  • Supported Residential Facilities Act,
  • Food Act,
  • Environmental Protection Act,
  • Housing Improvement Act,
  • Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act,
  • Local Government Act,
  • Related policies and procedures

More information

All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Grant Birss, Team Leader Building & Environmental Health at gbirss@unley.sa.gov.au  or on 8372 5111

Applications must include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, qualifications, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position.

Applications close 5pm Friday 31 January 2025 

Pre-employment requirements

The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:

  • General Employment Probity Check
  • Pre-employment medical including Drug and Alcohol screening

Everyone Belongs at Unley

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager’s contact details above for any support you need along the way.

#S-DNI

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