Environment Health Officer

Protect Public Health. Support Community Wellbeing. Make a Local Impact.

Your new company
Hays Recruitment is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer for a temporary contract opportunity with a respected local government organisation in Far North Queensland. This role offers the chance to play a key part in protecting public health, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, and delivering positive outcomes for the local community.Working within a collaborative environmental health team, you will undertake inspections, investigations, education programs and regulatory activities across a diverse range of environmental and public health matters.
Your new role
As the Environmental Health Officer, your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting inspections of food businesses, accommodation providers, personal appearance services and environmentally relevant activities.
• Investigating public health, environmental health and environmental protection complaints.
• Monitoring compliance with relevant legislation and implementing appropriate enforcement actions where required.
• Supporting mosquito management and surveillance programs.
• Delivering public health education and awareness initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Providing high-quality advice and customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assisting with emergency response and public health risk management activities when required.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• A Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or equivalent qualification recognised for membership with Environmental Health Australia.
• Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence.
• Sound knowledge of environmental health and public health legislation.
• Strong investigation, compliance and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• A professional, customer-focused approach and the ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Previous local government or environmental health experience will be highly regarded.

What you'll get in return

• Temporary contract with an established local government organisation.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to community health, safety and environmental outcomes.
• Diverse and rewarding workload across compliance, investigation and education activities.
• Supportive team environment with experienced professionals.
• Attractive hourly rate and the opportunity to gain valuable council experience.

What you need to do now
If you're an Environmental Health professional looking for your next contract opportunity in Far North Queensland, we'd love to hear from you.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Candice Clark or, or call us now.

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