• Government / Local Government
• Local Government
• QLD Other
• Permanent / Full Time

Our Community Education and Compliance Department has an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated Lead Environmental Health Officer based in Moranbah to join the team on a permanent full-time basis.

Reporting to the Manager Community Education and Compliance, the Lead Environmental Health Officer will experience a diverse role working across all the environmental health functions, including but not limited to:

• Exercise supervisory responsibility by providing leadership and mentoring to the Environmental Health team, demonstrating both humility and a genuine affinity and respect for people.
• Coordinate the Environment Health workgroup in line with corporate standards and demonstrating the PECS Noble Purpose Enablers and cultural inclusiveness driven by the Chief Executive Officer;
• Undertake legislative compliance in the Isaac Region in accordance with the Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 and maintain the Isaac Regional Council Local Laws.
• Provide proactive ‘technical mentoring’ in terms of the interpretation and communication of environmental and public health legislation to the team members and report to the Compliance and Integration Manager with respect to any perceived training requirements of Officers and assist with the development of general training and areas of specialisation.
• Negotiate complex and sensitive matters with internal and external customers.
• Develop technical reports, committee reports and correspondence in accordance with Council standards.

The successful candidate will have:

1. High level supervisory and team management skills, including coaching and mentoring of teams in a medium to large organisation.
2. High level knowledge of the Local Government Act 2009, the Food Act 2006, Public Health Act 2005, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 and Regulations, and Council's Local Laws and associated subordinate local laws undertaking investigations, entry to premises, collection of evidence, and determination of appropriate compliance or enforcement responses.
3. A thorough knowledge of animal husbandry, animal control, kennel and facility operations, an understanding of animal disease transmission and prevention methods together with the ability to cope with the physical aspect of the work.

For this position we offer:

• Salary $91,853.83 - $100,049.38 per annum (Stream A, Level 6 - 7)
• Subsidised Council housing
• Based in the Moranbah
• 5 weeks annual leave pro-rata @ 17.5% loading
• 15 days’ personal leave per annum
• Up to 13% super in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement
• RDO’s in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement
• Exclusive access for you and your immediate family to our Employee Assistance Program, facilitated through Gryphon Psychology
• Discounted Corporate Health Cover through multiple providers with competitive extras and coverage benefits
• Active Social Club, and much more!

As a progressive employer of choice, we know that flexible work arrangements, employee benefits and workplace recognition is important to our people and we strive to deliver a team culture where staff feel valued and accommodated.

For more details on this position contact the Manager Community Education and Compliance during business hours. Ms Nishu Ellawala: 0439 681 972 / Email Nishu.Ellawala@isaac.qld.gov.au.

To view a copy of the position description, please copy and paste the below link into your internet browser: https://www.isaac.qld.gov.au/downloads/file/6075/position-description-lead-environmental-health-officer-64-552-00-

To apply please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter outlining your motivations, and why you would be successful in this position.

IRC has the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date

Applications close: COB Thursday 15 June 2023

Isaac Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers are encouraged to apply. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

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