Environmental Health Officer - Public Health Unit - Temp FT/PT
Employment Type: Temporary Full/Part Time, up to 38 hours per week until May 2025 & Temporary Part Time, 24 hours per week (12 month contract)
Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service
Position Classification: Environmental Health Officer
Remuneration: $34.82 - $55.63 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ526902
Application Close Date: 10/11/2024
Interview Date Range: 13/11/2024 – 20/11/2024
Contact Details: Dr Mitchell Smith – 9794 0855 | Mitchell.Smith1@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
South Western Sydney has a large, very diverse community, with many young families. There’s an interesting mix of urban, semi-rural and rural settings. The new international airport is due to open in 2026 with potential implications for the area.
The role entails general environmental health duties as described by relevant legislation and policies, with a focus on keeping the local population healthy.
You will be working with Environmental health team, Other Public Health Unit staff and NSW Health Department and other agencies including Local Councils.
What You'll be Doing
The Environmental Health Officer (EHO) will primarily work across a range of environmental health issues including but not limited to the investigation of elevated blood lead notifications, private drinking water supplies & quality assurance program monitoring activities and to undertake e-cigarette & tobacco control compliance inspections (complying with relevant legislation, policies and operational business plans).
The EHO will support the Environmental Health team in responding to major issues and incidents as may occur from time to time. The officer may be required to undertake some activities outside normal business hours including participating in the after-hours on-call roster
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent in Applied Science (Environmental Health), or an equivalent qualification acceptable for professional membership to Environmental Health Australia or other environmental health/management qualifications deemed equivalent by the employer.
- An understanding and experience with public health and relevant environmental health legislation in NSW and demonstrated experience in evidence gathering, preparation of legal briefs, attendance at court, conducting prosecutions, including the presentation of evidence in public health matters.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare comprehensive submissions, briefs, reports and correspondence, including those for the approval of and under the signature of senior directors/ executives and to meet these deadlines, and work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to plan and complete tasks independently, meet deadlines, respond to emergencies and work with a minimum of supervision.
- A demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in identifying, analysing and managing environmental health risks with the ability to solve complex problems and mediate successful outcomes.
- Experience with computers, databases, and software, including Microsoft Office.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
