Environmental Health Officer - Logan
- Join a local government team in Logan as an Environmental Health Officer.
- Conduct inspections and investigate complaints to ensure compliance with health legislation.
- Prepare reports and provide advice on environmental health issues.
Location: Logan, QLD
Contract: Initial 5-month contract with possibility of extension
Rate: $48.03/hour + super
Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday
We’re seeking an Environmental Health Officer to join a local government team in Logan, supporting the delivery of regulatory environmental health services across the community.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Environmental Health professional to apply their knowledge of public health legislation, conduct inspections, investigate complaints and help ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and local laws.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage an allocated caseload of licensing, inspections and investigations in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Investigate and respond to environmental health complaints, customer requests and incidents.
- Conduct inspections and assess applications to support compliance with public and environmental health requirements.
- Prepare accurate reports, professional correspondence and documentation relating to inspections, licensing and investigations.
- Research and analyse environmental health issues and provide clear, practical advice to stakeholders.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A relevant degree in Environmental Health recognised for eligibility for membership with Environmental Health Australia.
- Knowledge of Queensland public and environmental health legislation, or the ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge.
- Understanding of relevant legislation, including the Food Act 2006, Environmental Protection Act 1994 and Public Health Act 2005.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain processes clearly and manage customer expectations.
- The ability to research, investigate and analyse issues and prepare concise, professional reports.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- A current Queensland C Class Driver’s Licence.
- Willingness to undertake after-hours duties, including inspections, complaint investigations and participation in an on-call roster when required.
Please note: This position requires compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements due to the risk of exposure to vaccine-preventable diseases. The successful applicant must also be eligible for appointment as an authorised person under relevant legislation.
Why Apply?
- Competitive contract rate of $48.03/hour + super.
- Gain valuable experience working within local government.
- Contribute to protecting public health and improving environmental health outcomes in the community
- Work alongside experienced environmental health professionals in a collaborative team.
Interested? Send your updated CV to ********************* to discuss this opportunity.
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