Environmental Health Officer- Food Safety (524400) Australia, Tas Sep 30, 2024 About the Tasmanian State Service The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.
This role works across both the specialist environmental health team and food safety team within the Environmental Health unit and is responsible for:
Undertaking a range of Departmental projects and programmes in relation to environmental health and food safety regulation, promotion and monitoring. Providing high level input and project oversight to assist the Department to meet both long- and short-term public health objectives. Contributing to the ongoing review and implementation of the Public Health Act and Food Act and associated guidelines and policies. Coordinating and implementing projects, including working closely with Local Government authorities, other Agencies and stakeholders to progress priorities related to environmental health and food safety. Details of Appointment Permanent, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. *notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or fixed term full time, part time and casual vacancies. Salary: $106,966 - $118,114 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,573 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme. Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022. Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Qualification approved by the Director of Public Health for appointment as an Environmental Health Officer under the Public Health Act 1997 and an authorised officer under the Food Act 2003. (eg tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Director of Public Health)
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Eligible for membership with Environmental Health Australia. Minimum 5 years professional experience in relevant field. Current Driver's Licence. The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas: crimes of violence sex related offences serious drug offences crimes involving dishonesty Disciplinary action in previous employment check. How to Apply Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note: We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria. All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.
The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
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