Kim Hansson
Belmont,WA
Summary
I am currently seeking a fulltime permanent position as an Environmental Health Officer with the Shire of Narrigin and I am devoted to apply the skills and experienced gained through my career to date . I have been a proud member of Team Stirling for well over 6 years and am now highly enthusiastic to take the next step in my career and contribute to the health and well-being of the City of Melville’s highly diverse community by providing an highly efficient, responsive and sustainable public health service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Health Officer
City of Stirling
Stirling, WA
08.2020 - Current
- Proactive health risk communicator for environmental health-related issues within built and natural environments.
- Administering the requirements of relevant statutes (including the Public Health Act 2016, Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1911, Food Act 2008, Environmental Protection Act 1986, Local Government Act 1995, Privacy Act 1988, Regulations, and Local Laws).
- Respond promptly to environmental health-related inquiries in accordance with relevant legislation and council policies.
- Excellent experience in conducting various routine statutory inspections for a broad range of premises.
- Good experience in field sampling procedures and laboratory report interpretation.
- Experience conducting large-scale food manufacturers subject to adhering to State Government license conditions and internal ISO and HACCP systems.
- Conducted joint industrial premises inspections and environmental discharge investigations alongside DWER officers.
- Experience in the approval and inspections of on-site wastewater systems.
- Good report writing skills and experience applying enforcement action, as necessary, to protect public health.
- Efficient liaising with State Government departments, agencies, and stakeholders.
- Training and mentoring of assistant EHO and practicum students.
- Extensive experience with internal software systems, including TechnologyOne and Salesforce.
Acting Senior Environmental Health Officer
City of Stirling
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Administering the requirements of relevant statutes (including the Public Health Act 2016, Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1911, Food Act 2008, Environmental Protection Act 1986, Local Government Act 1995, Privacy Act 1988, Regulations, and Local Laws).
- Allocation of cases and tasks to Environmental Health Officers.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive work culture, ensuring officers felt valued and were recognized for their good work performance.
- Provided a high level of customer service to customers and adjusted communication style based on the circumstances and cultural background.
- Responded to councillor inquiries promptly, ensuring they are kept informed and updated on priority customer service requests.
- Managing the investigation and resolution of technical cases.
- Efficient application of all internal operational procedures and policies.
- Developed health-related policies and procedures for environmental projects.
Trainee Environmental Health Officer
City of Stirling
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Conducted routine water sampling and testing of Aquatic Facilities
- Gained excellent knowledge and experience of administering the requirements of the Health (Aquatic Facilities) Regulations, 2007, and adopted Code of Practice.
- Ensured sampling targets were met and collected sufficient and accurate data for the Department of Health's (DoH's) annual Recreational Waters Monitoring Program.
- Participated in a range of coordinated sampling projects (food safety surveys) and ensured microbial safety of a range of food products.
- Participated in DoH's food monitoring program – Monitoring Agricultural Chemicals Residue Levels in Fresh Fruit and Vegetables and sampled thirty percent of the state's overall submissions.
- Provided assistance to EHOs with investigations and field evidence gathering.
- Conducted mosquito monitoring and risk analysis in response to community reports. Data gathered was provided to the Department of Health, Entomology branch.
- Completed Notifiable Disease Interviews with impacted patients, expressing compassion and understanding.
Assistant to Environmental Health Departments
Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Assistant to the Environmental Health Department as part of a professional practice placement for Edith Cowan University
- Assessing various applications including onsite wastewater systems, events, and more
- Assisting EHOs with various administrative and field jobs including responding to customer enquiries, letter processing, and inspections of poultry farms and abattoirs
- Contaminated site investigation
Education
Bachelor of Health Science - Major in Environmental Health
Edith Cowan Universty
01.2020
Skills
- High level of customer service
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Excellent communications skills
- Well-developed conflict resolution skills
- Excellent computing skills
- Microsoft Office Suite Skills
- Infectious disease control
- Public health education
- Acting Senior experience
- WA Drivers Licence
- Senior First Aid
Affiliations
- Environmental Health Australia (EHA)
- Public Health Association Australia (PHAA)
Websites
References
- Jason Jenke, Coordinator Environmental Health, City of Stirling, +61(0)422 703 821
- Vic Andrich, Team Leader/Senior Policy Officer, Government of Western Australia, Department of Health, +61(0) 475 803 830
- Matthew Sargeson, Coordinator Environmental Health, Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, +61(0) 468 551 459
- Scott Favacho, Team Leader, Regulatory Food Audit, Government of Western Australia, Department of Health, +61(0) 459 327 978
Awards
Stirling Rising Star, City of Stirling, 12/01/21
Professional Development
- IFEH World Congress, 05/22/24 - 05/24/24
- Personal Safety Training – City of Stirling, 05/31/23
- Working With Interpreters Workshop, 03/01/21
- 2-day Environmental Noise Regulations Course, 11/04/20 - 11/05/20
- Student Representative for the ECU Environmental Health Consultative Committee, 04/01/19 - 02/01/20
Timeline
Acting Senior Environmental Health Officer
City of Stirling
05.2023 - 06.2023
Environmental Health Officer
City of Stirling
08.2020 - Current
Assistant to Environmental Health Departments
Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale
05.2019 - 03.2020
Trainee Environmental Health Officer
City of Stirling
07.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Health Science - Major in Environmental Health
Edith Cowan Universty
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