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Environmental Health Officer
Students in Third Year of the EHO Degree are encouraged to apply
Cairns Regional Council is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Health Officer to join our Regulatory Services team now!
Vacancy Reference Number: 12608
Salary Range: $57,102.96 - $79,532.89 per annum
Location: 119 - 145 Spence Street, Cairns
Closing: Tuesday 2 October 2018
Move to a better position now and enjoy the following benefits:-
- 9 day fortnight
- 5 weeks annual leave
- 12% contribution to superannuation
- Annual leave loading
- Subsidised uniform allowance
- Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
- On-going opportunities for learning and professional development
Your responsibilities will be:
- To implement Council's Environmental Health and permit compliance programs.
- To investigate all complaints alleging relevant breaches of the following environmental health related legislation (and associated regulations).
- Attend to the enforcement of the above legislation and collect evidence for further action, including drafting warrants and preparation of material for court prosecution.
To be eligible for this position you must have the follow qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or such other qualifications as are accepted by the Chief Health Officer (Qld) and qualifies for membership of the Australian Institute of Environmental Health.
- Knowledge of the Food Act, Health Acts and other Legislation relevant to environmental health.
- Demonstrated previous experience in inspection, investigation, basic report and issuing infringements in relation to identified breaches of legislation.
- Current open car driver’s licence including manual vehicles.
For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria please download a copy of the information kit.
How to Apply:
Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:
- Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
- Copy of your Resume.
Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.
Pre-Employment Assessment:
As part of the selection process, the successful candidate will be required to undertake the following pre-employment assessments;
- Pre-employment medical, which will include a physical assessment and drug and alcohol test.
- National police/criminal history check.
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