Manager (Environment & Public Health Services)
Job No:
57991
Location:
Young, New South Wales
- Rare management opportunity in Young Shire Council!
- Base salary circa $80,342 - $86,770 plus 9.5% super!
- Fantastic benefits including vehicle leasing, nine day fortnights and relocation assistance for the right candidate!
- Escape the hustle and bustle - enjoy the tranquil countryside!
About the Organisation
Young Shire Council is a well established Local Government Authority in New South Wales and provides leadership and governance to the rapidly growing regional centre of Young, New South Wales. The Young Shire Council consists of four major departments; Corporate Services, Operations, Utility Services and Environment, Planning and Strategic Services. The Council aims to plan and deliver quality services, and encourage responsible development for the community in an equitable manner. It is involved in creating many community policies from building approvals, environmental management and many more functions which benefit the community.
About the area - Young
The picturesque shire of Young is located in the heart of the Hilltops region of New South Wales, approximately 2,693 square kilometres in the State's south-west slopes. It is less than two hours from Canberra, Wagga Wagga and Orange and less than four hours from Sydney. Young is known for its stunning countryside, with beautiful wineries, delicious dining and boutique shopping. Enjoy a friendly town atmosphere with local markets and events often in the community calendar. Young is famous for its annual Cherry Festival and is known as the cherry capital of Australia!
About the Opportunity
Young Shire Council has a rare full-time management opportunity for a Manager (Environment and Public Health Services), based in Young, New South Wales.
Reporting to the Director of Planning, Environment and Strategic Services, you will take a leadership role in the provision of health, environment, waste and ranger services to meet the Council's statutory and community needs.
In this comprehensive role, you will take ownership and responsibility for:
- Implementing the Council's environmental strategy, including community engagement projects and complaints investigation;
- Assessing environmental health issues, including those relating to food, water quality, recreational facilities and other health concerns in the Council;
- Supervising Ranger services;
- Managing and reviewing waste management systems; and
- Preparing strategic plans and policy review for the Council.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Environmental Health Officer, Building Surveyor or similar looking to step into a new and exciting career within local government.
You will require tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (such as Environmental Health, Building Surveying or similar). Experience in food inspection, waste management and environmental protection will ensure you are ready for the variety this opportunity has to offer. A sound knowledge in government legislation, acts and regulations and experience in the local government sector will be highly regarded.
When managing these environment and public health priorities, you will need to utilise efficiency and strong attention to detail as you juggle these important tasks. As an ambassador in the Young community, you will relish in the opportunity to collaborate with other members of your team and community in order to get the job done. A positive attitude and sense of community will ensure your enjoyment of this role!
A C class drivers license and a willingness to travel is required and the right applicant will be willing to apply for a WorkCover Construction Induction Certificate (White Card) and Working with Children Check.
If you would like more detailed information about this opportunity, click here to download the information package.
You will be rewarded for your dedication to this role with an impressive salary circa of $80,342 - $86,770 plus 9.5% super, negotiable depending on qualifications and experience. Within a nine day fortnight structure, you can enjoy long weekends in the spectacular Young countryside. Through a lease vehicle agreement, you can enjoy everything the Shire has to offer. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate so you can join the Young Shire Council team in this paradise away from the hustle and bustle!
Don't wait to make the lifestyle change and take this career defining opportunity - apply today!