Location: Hamilton City Employment Type: Permanent Applications Close: 21 October 2024 Are you our next Environmental Health Officer? Due to an internal promotion, we're looking for an experienced Environmental Health Officer to join our team. If you think this could be you, let's talk. This job is for you if: You enjoy working as part of a team, but with the ability to work independently. You love variety in your work and supporting others. You have exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate with your team members. What does a day in this job look like? This role sits within our Regulatory Unit and will be reporting to the Team Leader – Public Health. The core of this role will be ensuring we meet our responsibilities as a verification agency under the Food Act 2014. In addition, you may be undertaking compliance monitoring and investigations, or you may be helping with food control plans. You will be a great communicator, who is highly organised and a task-oriented person. For this role, we are seeking: A minimum of 3 years' experience, as an Environmental Health Officer specializing in food safety. A working knowledge of the Food Act 2014 and associated regulations and notices, particularly in relation to verification and enforcement. An understanding of the food control plans for food service and food retail sectors. What is the salary? The starting salary will be around $90,000 per annum with some negotiation for the right person. Additionally, these are some of the great benefits Hamilton City Council offers: Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy Opportunities for professional development A wellbeing and a volunteer/community day in addition to annual leave for permanent employees Free private medical insurance which includes specialist/hospital/surgery grade cover (discounted premiums for family members) Free annual health checks and flu vaccination Enhanced sick leave. Generous bereavement leave entitlement. Ability to purchase additional annual leave. Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement. Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more. View the Position Description Click apply Note that we'll be shortlisting as we receive applications – so don't muck around! As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to positively influence the lives of the community so that Hamilton's full potential can be unlocked making it the best place to be. It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met. This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact. #J-18808-Ljbffr