Environmental Health Officer

Environmental Health Officer About the Business South Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt. Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders. Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees. Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing. Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review. South Burnet Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. About the Region The South Burnett Region is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer. The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks. About the roles Based in Nanango Permanent Full Time $76K- $87K per annum Allowances Super Council is seeking an officer to assist in providing high standards of public and environmental health outcomes through the active administration of Health Legislation, the Food Act, the Environmental Protection Legislation and Council Local Law and Policies. The role will ensure legislative compliance through complaint investigation, routine and follow up inspections, education, testing, assessment of applications and legal actions etc. Prioritise, investigate and respond to customer requests, collate information and action responses for internal and external customers. The successful applicant will have the ability to interpret and apply State, Local and Federal legislation and Standards that relate to Environmental Health. Additional Factors Participation in after hours and weekend work is a requirement of this position. Mandatory Qualifications Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline (Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health). Environmental Health experience, preferably in a local government environment and eligibility to obtain membership with Environmental Health Australia would be advantageous. Minimum requirement of a current C Class driver’s licence. General Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certification (White Card). Eligibility to obtain “Working with Children Check” (Blue Card). Desirable Qualifications Food Safety Auditors Accreditation Benefits and perks Work/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster) Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution Access to Salary Packaging Benefits Access to Corporate memberships Access to Health and Wellbeing programs Skills and experience Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application Ability to interpret and apply State, Local and Federal legislation and Standards that relate to Environmental Health. Sound level of negotiation, research, communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain positive and effective partnerships with internal and external customers. Ability to work efficiently without direct supervision, set own goals and priorities, monitor progress and outputs and also function as part of a team. At times you need the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. High level of written, keyboard and computer skills including sound working knowledge of MS Office Suite, and the ability to become proficient in corporate software programs. Lodging your application Please make sure your application includes: A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria. Current resume. Copies of your tickets, licences and qualification that are listed on the position description. For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit: https://www.southburnett.qld.gov.au/homepage/98/jobs-and-careers Applications close 4:00pm Friday, 09 May 2025 Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply. For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9100.

Location: Port Adelaide Area, AU

Posted Date: 5/1/2025