The Position:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified, dynamic and competent candidate to join the Shire of Broome in the role of Environmental Health Officer. This position will report to the Coordinator Environmental Health and is based in the Development and Community Directorate.

The Environmental Health Officer will be responsible for achievement of the objectives and functions of the Shire of Broome’s Environmental Health Section. This includes administering public health legislation including conducting inspections to ensure an acceptable standard of environmental health is maintained; create and promote awareness within the community and assist in the development, implementation and ongoing communication of the Shire’s strategic and business plans, policies, local laws and objectives.

A full job description is contained within this Job Application for those suitably qualified candidates looking to apply and join the dynamic team here at the Shire of Broome.

The Person We Seek:

The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or other equivalent qualification suitable for appointment as an Environmental Health Officer. The Officer will contribute as a team player while being self-motivated, possess highly developed communication skills (both written and verbal) and have a demonstrated ability in research and analytical methods and processes.

The preferred candidate will have sound administrative and organisational skills, high attention to detail and an ability to take initiative whilst working autonomously in a busy office environment. In addition, you will have advanced computer and keyboard skills.

Previous experience in a similar position or equivalent environment would also be highly regarded.

What the Shire of Broome Offers:

Broome has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural and social scenes, with an emergent commercial and industrial development.

The Shire of Broome offers attractive remuneration including superannuation benefits of up to 15.5%, professional development and salary sacrifice options.

For more information on the position, including salary and employment conditions, please click on the attachment links below.

How to Apply:

Job Applications can only be submitted online by using the "Apply" button on this page.

Emailed applications will not be accepted. 

For more information contact People and Culture on 08 9191 3456 or email to hr@broome.wa.gov.au.

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Application Deadline:

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00 pmThursday, 26 September 2019.

Late applications will not be accepted.