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• Make a difference in your community as an Environmental Health Officer, ensuring health and safety compliance
• Full time temporary position till the end of May 2025
• Band 6, $48.01 - $52.38 per hour (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the team
We are a passionate and dynamic Public Health team, using innovation to create impact. We are dedicated to protecting the health of our community and driving positive change to make a real difference.
About the role
The Environmental Health Officer works in the Public Health team to administer and implement the legislative requirements contained within the Food Act, Public Health & Wellbeing Act, Environment Protection Act and Tobacco Act as delegated by Council.
Other responsibilities include:

• Conduct food safety assessments of registered food businesses.
• Apply Acts, associated regulations and codes to relevant premises through inspections, sampling, advice and education.
• Investigate and report complaints received from the public and take necessary remedial action.
• Issue notices and the required enforcement action to ensure compliance with relevant legislation

About you
We are looking for a collaborative and flexible team member with a passion for public and environmental health, and who thrives on working with local communities.
You have strong problem-solving skills with the ability to deal with complaints, analyse issues and come up with solutions to create positive outcomes.
The following is also required:

• Degree in Applied Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Experience in local government is ideal but not required.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
Interview information
In order to best manage the selection process, all shortlisted candidates will be contacted before 5 pm on Friday, 20 September 2024, to arrange an interview. The interviews will take place in person or by video conference.
Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: Tuesday 17 September 2024 at 11.55pm
For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Fiona Whiteley, Acting Coordinator Public Health on 9524 3448 or email FWhiteley@gleneira.vic.gov.au
What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.
Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.