The role:
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 (e.g., 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. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered. Desirable Criteria: Eligible for membership with Environmental Health Australia. Minimum 5 years professional experience in relevant field. Current Driver's Licence. Pre-Employment Checks: Conviction checks in the following areas: Crimes of violence Sex related offences Serious drug offences Crimes involving dishonesty Identification check 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. For more information, please contact:
Olivia While
Position: Senior Food Safety Officer - Public Health Services
Phone: (03) 6166 0658
E-mail:
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