Environmental Health Practitioner

Hands-on from day one, the Environmental Health Practitioner will provide frontline service to members of the public by responding, provide administrative support to senior officials and coordinate and facilitate community meetings for a public-sector entity in Pretoria, Gauteng.

The team looks after its own and expects the same in return. Hard work and reliability are noticed and rewarded with real advancement. You will be part of an organisation that invests in its people and its tools. We would love to see your CV if this role speaks to you.

• Provide frontline service to members of the public by responding to enquiries, providing information, and directing individuals appropriately.
• Provide administrative support to senior officials including diary management, travel arrangements, and meeting pack preparation.
• Capture, verify, and update data on departmental information systems accurately and timeously to ensure database integrity.
• Prepare routine and ad hoc reports, minutes, memoranda, and other documentation to support departmental work.
• Register, classify, file, and track all incoming and outgoing correspondence per the approved file plan and records management policy.
• Participate in training and development activities to enhance job-related knowledge and stay current with legislative changes.
• Conduct inspections of premises and operations to assess compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and by-laws.

• A clear criminal record is essential as the role involves access to sensitive information and interaction with vulnerable persons.
• A commitment to the principles of public service including professionalism, accountability, transparency, and service orientation.
• Basic computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of legislation such as the Promotion of Access to Information Act and National Archives Act for records roles.
• A valid driver's licence is required for roles involving field work, community visits, or inspections.