Senior Environmental Officer/Environmental Officer

Ko wai mātou - Who are we

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local Government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the sustainable lifestyle capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000-150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.

Te āheinga - The opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Environmental Officer to join our Strategy and Planning Group. This role is integral in supporting our Environmental Health and Licensing team, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards and regulations. You will also serve as a key back-up in the absence of the Environmental Health and Licensing Supervisor.

Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate activities to ensure the environmental health and liquor licensing team carry out their duties to deliver on their regulatory responsibilities
• Drive continuous improvement and help maintain regulatory services quality system
• Ensure Council bylaw responsibilities are met and enforced appropriately, and that service requests are resolved in a timely manner
• Actively ensure that good employer obligations and legislative requirements are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation
• Managing food premises within the district subject to the Food Act 2014 and undertaking auditing/verification training as necessary to enable implementation of this role
• Managing the activities of other licensed premises under the Health Act 1956 - through a combination of enforcement, inspection, and education to meet statutory obligations
• Managing the activities of Alcohol Licensed Premises, through a combination of enforcement and education under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012
• Responding to complaints regarding noise and ensuring compliance with the Resource Management Act 1991 and the District Plan rules
• Carrying out bylaw enforcement
• Other LGA activities including administering Council policies, (e.g. GamblingVenue Policy), Liquor Ban
• Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation

Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako - Essential skills and experience:

• A tertiary qualification in Health Science or equivalent that will meet the requirements of the Environmental Health Officers Qualifications Regulations 1993.
• At least three years' experience desirable
• Experience in Local Government
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• A good knowledge of public health legislation, theory, codes of practice is necessary
• Knowledge of food safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Driver's licence

He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?

With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!

Ōu mātou rourou - What we offer

At the New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.

You can expect to start in this permanent full-time role with us between $87,215 - $93,998.

We have also put together an 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition.

If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

Note: If we are unable to find a suitable candidate for the Senior Environmental Officer position, we are open to hiring an Environmental Officer instead. This role will carry similar responsibilities but with a focus supporting the team and gaining experience in the field, with a salary that reflects the non-senior level.

Applications close on Thursday, 5 December 2024