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Environmental Health Officer
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The primary focus of this role is to deliver environmental health services as part of the broader public health program to protect, promote and prevent risks to individuals and the community from environmental health hazards
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Community Engagement and Education |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC611653 |
| Closing date | 07-Jan-2025 |
| Job duration | up to 30 June 2025 with possibility of extension |
| Contact person | Dieter Jurgeneit |
| Contact details | (07) 5667 3200 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Environmental Health Officer to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Develop, implement and evaluate environmental health projects, quality improvement and compliance programs and undertake health risk assessments
- Provide accurate and timely advice and support to managers, other public health practitioners, the public, industry, partners and stakeholders
- Contribute to the development of operational procedures, work instructions and guidelines and participate in quality and service improvement activities, operational planning and reporting, to support and enhance environmental health practice
- Mentor, supervise and support less experienced practitioners and students, commensurate with level of experience in the role
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Possession of a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification that is accredited by Environmental Health Australia or deemed eligible for appointment by the Queensland Health Environmental Officer Appointments Review Committee
- Drivers Licence
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Temporary full time (two positions, up to 30 June 2025 with possibilty of extension)
- Base salary ranging from $3030.00 - $4453.50 per fortnight
About Us
The Gold Coast Public Health Unit sits within the Nursing, Midwifery and Patient Experience Division in Gold Coast Health. The Public Health Unit's aim is to protect and promote the health of the community by addressing environmental health hazards, communicable and vaccine preventable diseases that cause illness and injury
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 7 January 2025
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC611653
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
***APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLINE*** Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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GC611653 -RD (PDF, 1,001KB)
Role Description
Information for Applicants (PDF, 268KB)
Information Package for Applicants
