Environmental Health Officer (Health Manager Level 2)

Selection Criteria

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications in Applied Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent as determined by the organisation or in accordance with an Environmental Health Australia accredited course, or relevant equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience.
2. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of public health and environmental legislation, with high level analytical and problem solving skills including, the ability to provide authoritative advice and recommendations across a large and complex organisation.
3. Demonstrated experience with computer applications and databases.
4. Effective time management and demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet conflicting deadlines.
5. Highly developed communication, interpersonal and influencing skills and demonstrated experience in dealing with a wide range of stakeholders, businesses, individuals, and members of the public in a professional manner.
6. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior management, and other key stakeholders with a focus to identifying environmental health issues and assisting with creative problem solving.
7. Demonstrated experience in preparing comprehensive submissions, reports and correspondence including those for the approval of and under the signature of senior directors/executives.
8. Current drivers licence (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).

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For role related queries or questions, please contact Misha Klingstrom via email at Misha.Klingstrom@health.nsw.gov.au

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Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-PaCH@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. 

Information for applicants

• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.