Advertised Positions

• Temporary position, Full-time, 4 months
• Salary from $96,200 + Superannuation
• Based in Glen Waverley close to the Glen
• Applications close: Thursday, 16 April 2025

About Us

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

The Public Health Unit provides services designed to maintain and improve the public and environmental health, safety and wellbeing of the community.

About the Position:

We are seeking an Environmental Health Officer to join the Public Health team for up to 4 months. Reporting to the Team Leader Public Health, the role includes:

• Carrying out statutory functions of an Environmental Health Officer under the Food Act 1984, Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008, Environment Protection Act 2017, Tobacco Act 1987 and other legislated or general tasks related to the position.
• Responding to service requests and complaints from the community on public health related matters, and after investigating, implementing appropriate proactive preventative actions so that any hazards are minimised and resolved in accordance with legislation and procedures. 
• Contributing to the success of Council through active teamwork, facilitation and effective performance of the responsibilities and duties of this position.

Skills and Experience:

• A Degree in Bachelor of Health Science (Public and Environmental Health) or equivalent and be eligible for membership of Environmental Health Professionals Australia (EHPA)
• Experience in applying all relevant Acts and Regulations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to solve problems with customers and colleagues in an enforcement environment
• Well-developed writing skills including the ability to prepare correspondence in response to matters of varying complexity
• A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as operate autonomously

Requirement of the position:

• A degree in Bachelor of Health Science (Public and Environmental Health) or equivalent.
• Current Working with Children Check
• Satisfactory National Police Check completed in past 6 months; 
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.

Benefits:

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:

• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Supportive and accessible management
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Centres

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close Thursday, 16 April 2025 at 11:55pm.

Enquiries:

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Noel Davey, Coordinator Public Health on 0411 158 449 or at Noel.Davey@monash.vic.gov.au

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email peopleadvisory@monash.vic.gov.au

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.