Environmental Health Officer | Contract OpportunityYour new companyA progressive local government organisation is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer to join their team on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of public and environmental health programmes while supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of the local community.Your new roleWorking within a collaborative Environmental Health team, you will be responsible for delivering a broad range of regulatory, compliance and community-focused environmental health services.Your responsibilities will include:

- Conducting inspections of food premises, food vehicles, swimming pools, cooling towers, skin penetration premises and on-site sewage systems
- Investigating public health complaints and incidents
- Responding to noise, air, water and land pollution matters
- Assessing development applications from an environmental health perspective
- Managing contaminated land and environmental incident investigations
- Providing environmental health advice to residents, businesses and stakeholders
- Preparing reports, correspondence and educational materials
- Supporting environmental sustainability initiatives and community engagement programmes




- Maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Participating in an after-hours environmental health roster as required

What you'll need to succeed

- Degree qualification in Environmental Health or a related discipline recognised by Environmental Health Australia
- Previous experience working within Environmental Health, Regulatory Services or Local Government
- Strong knowledge of public health and environmental legislation
- Experience conducting inspections, investigations and compliance activities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong report writing and administrative capabilities
- Current Class C Driving Licence

What you'll get in return

- Immediate start contract opportunity
- Competitive hourly rate
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunity to work across a diverse range of environmental health programmes
- Supportive and experienced team environment
- Valuable local government experience with potential for extension

What you need to do nowIf you're an Environmental Health qualified looking for your next contract opportunity, apply now or contact Lauren Battista on +61 2 8860 1698 or email [email protected]#3021391

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