About the Role
Liverpool City Council is seeking a self-motivated and enthusiastic professional to join a dynamic team responsible for protecting, promoting, and enhancing environmental health standards within the Liverpool Local Government area.
Responsibilities
- Undertake regulatory inspections under relevant environmental and public health legislation
- Inspect food premises, skin penetration premises, hairdressers, cooling towers, swimming and spa pools, and on-site sewage management systems
- Conduct environmental pollution investigations and manage public health complaints
- Assess air, noise, contaminated land, and wastewater reports
- Collect evidence for warning letters, Improvement and Prohibition notices, and breach reports
- Issue Penalty Infringement Notices and statements of evidence
- Brief legal counsel
- Perform after-hours night inspections and weekend inspections of temporary events as required
- Implement and conduct environmental health education programs
Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or equivalent
- Current Class C Drivers Licence
- Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
- Ability to obtain a National Police Check
- Ability to undergo a pre-employment medical check
Skills
- Investigation, monitoring, and inspection of premises for compliance
- Knowledge of Local Government Act 1993, Food Act 2003, Public Health Act 2010, and Protection of the Environmental Operations Act 1997
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Customer service skills
- Ability to interpret and implement legislation
- Time management and efficiency
Location
- Liverpool, NSW, Australia
Work Type
- Permanent
- Full-Time
- 35 hours per week
Education Level
- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $117,664.95 to $128,930.71
- 12% superannuation
Benefits
- Council leaseback vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- Training courses
- Study assistance for further education
- Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment
About the Company
- Liverpool City Council is embarking on critical growth projects for the city
- Committed to providing a working environment that supports employees to reach their full potential
Equal Opportunity
- We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion
- We encourage all applicants, including First Nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ, and culturally diverse communities to join Council
