What we offer:

• This is an Identified position
• $60,424 - $62,036 per annum
• Based at Division 8, Hammond Island
• Full Time, Fixed Term until 30/06/2027
• 6 Weeks Annual Leave (FTE) with 17.5% leave loading
• TSIRC Public Holidays
• Extra Superannuation
• Professional Development
• Uniforms

Key Responsibilities:

• Divisional delivery of the Public Health Program within Council's Operation Plan
• Monitor, identify and provide appropriate response to environmental health issues within the community
• Provide awareness and education of environmental health matters within the community
• Develop a co-operative working relationship with TSIRC staff
• Be responsible for and provide service to the public on environmental health and animal management matters within the community
• Liaise with other stakeholders including community residents, local health worker professionals, vetinerary services, other Environmental Health Worker (EHW), Rangers and Police

To be considered for this position you must have:

• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation. This includes but is not limited to Health Act, Food Act, Environmental Protection Act and local laws
• Understanding of local laws, the relevant Acts pertaining to environmental health and cultural protocols within communities
• Possess an unrestricted Class "C" Queensland Driver's Licence
• Developed oral and written communication skills in negotiations, coordination and problem-solving
• Good organisational skills
• Reliable and be part of a team

Desirable:

• Certificate III in Indigenous Environmental Health or Certificate III Animal Control and Regulation or equivalent
• A knowledge and understanding of languages specific to the Torres Strait including: Meriam Mer, Kala Lagaw Ya, and Creole would be highly desirable

Interested applicants are required to submit a covering letter of no more than 2 pages with your resume. Identify how your knowledge, skills, experience, personal attributes, and qualifications are most relevant to the position. Applicants who do not address these requirements will not be considered for shortlisting.

For more information about the role, click the download PD or contact the People & Wellbeing Team on 07 4034 5731.

Applications close Friday, 10 May 2024

James William

Chief Executive Officer