City of Cape Town·Western Cape, south-africa·Full Time·Contract
OperationsFull TimeContract
-Closes Oct 30, 2026
Requirements
A relevant tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B- Tech degree in Environmental Health
Registration as an Environmental Health Practitioner with the Health Professions Council of South Africa for independent practice
1 year's completed Community Service in Environmental Health Peace Officer
Knowledge of the relevant Acts and Regulations pertaining to Environmental Health
Valid Code EB driver's licence
Prepared to work in a red zone area including weekends and/or at night if required
Must be physically fit
Key Performance Areas
Accountability for Environmental Health functions (including Water Quality Management, Food Control, Health Surveillance of premises,Environmental Pollution Control, Vector Control, Surveillance & Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Disposal of the Dead, Chemical Safety and Waste Management).
Enforcing legislation, Council policies and by-laws relevant to environmental health
Collection, analysis and dissemination of data and information as it relates to Environmental Health
Ensure implementation of Environmental health protocols as it relates to emergencies, epidemics and operations
Assessing and ensuring proper management of environmental health education programs
Maintain and record statistics, draft correspondence and reports as it relates to Environmental Health activities.