City of Perth

Environmental Health Assistant

• $69,590 - $74,773 per annum, plus super
• Part time, 3 days per week
• Maximum Term, 12 months

 As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

Are you currently studying towards an Environmental Health qualification? Come and join supportive team that works with community stakeholders to provide services that assist in making the City a safe place. 

The Environmental Health Assistant will provide operational support and delivery of compliance related duties within the Community Health team to achieving strong environmental health regulatory outcomes and best practice. 

Reporting to the Health Operations Lead within our Community Safety and Amenity team, your responsibilities would primarily include:

• Complete monthly water sampling of aquatic facilities and of the Swan River;
• Complete inspection of aquatic facilities for compliance against the Aquatic Facility Code of Practice and follow up and close out of non-compliant results with aquatic facility operators;
• Maintain and update information systems, databases, and documents to ensure critical reporting data and records are stored compliantly; and
• A range of other environmental health duties under the guidance of a qualified Environmental Health Officer.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Studying for Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) or similar qualification. Undergraduates must have successfully completed their first year of studies.
• Knowledge of related legislation including Local Government Act, Food Act, Environmental Protection Act, Public Health Act and local laws.
• Sound written, verbal communication and negotiation skills, including strong customer service skills and effective stakeholder management skills.
• Good analytical, problem solving and time management skills

To qualify for this position, applicants must be undertaking an approved university qualification to become an Environmental Health Officer. This position is not suitable for persons studying environmental management or environment science.

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

 Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
• A current ‘C’ class Australian drivers licence; and
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications.

The application process

Applications for this position will close at 5PM on Sunday 3rd November 2024. Applications may be considered prior to the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive, and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.