Aboriginal Environmental Health Program Officer

The Shire of Halls Creek is seeking a dynamic and experienced Aboriginal Environmental Health Program Officer on a full-time basis to join our team. You will provide a service that empowers the community to make choices that contribute to and influence outcomes promoting health and wellbeing. This is a unique and amazing career opportunity to make a real difference in the region!

The Opportunity

Under the direction of the Director Health and Regulatory Services and as part of a multi-disciplinary team approach to environmental health, the Aboriginal Environmental Health Program Officer contributes to strategic planning, implementation and evaluation of the Shire of halls Creek Aboriginal Environmental Health Program Strategy and Community Environmental Health Action Plans and programs. The Aboriginal Environmental Health Program Officer is responsible for the development of an effective environmental health promotion program aimed at increased awareness and adoption of Healthy Living Practices.

You will be required to have a relevant tertiary qualification in health promotion and/or significant demonstrated experience in a similar position with basic knowledge of Aboriginal health issues and a current Class C driver’s licence.

This position is subject to continued grant funding from the Department of Health.

Halls Creek

Halls Creek is situated in the heart of the Kimberley, the gateway to a range of renowned natural attractions, outback drives and home to talented First Nations artists.

Explore the spectacular Australian outback along the Tanami and Duncan Roads, and Canning Stock Route. Visit Wolfe Creek Crater and the World Heritage listed Bungle Bungle Ranges of Purnululu National Park.

The Benefits

An attractive remuneration package, including a cash component of
$85,000- $95,000 (negotiable subject to experience) is on offer, plus excellent working conditions and the job satisfaction that comes from knowing you are truly making a difference in the Shire of Halls Creek.

The Shire of Halls Creek values its employees and is offering a range of fantastic benefits as part of its package including:

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Career and professional development
• Limited private use of 4WD vehicle
• Furnished House, with generous subsidised rent
• Free internet connection at residence
• Water and electricity allowance
• Opportunity for salary sacrifice
• Employee Assistant Program

To apply for the position:

Submit your Resume and a Covering Letter addressing the Selection Criteria found in the Position Description available on our website.

Applications must be addressed to

Director Health and Regulatory Services, Shire of Halls Creek, PO Box 21, Halls Creek WA 6770 or Email to: hcshire@hcshire.wa.gov.au.

Applications must be received by 4.00pm on Friday 15 November 2024.

The Shire of Halls Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People of all genders, ages, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

For further information on this position, please email: hcshire@hcshire.wa.gov.au