Role Summary

The successful applicant will inspect the necessary establishments and imports and enforce public health legislation in order to protect the health of the population.

Main Responsibilities

1. Inspect and collect samples from all necessary establishments and imports to ensure that public health standards are maintained according to regulations.
2. Advise and educate on environmental health issues to ensure compliance with regulations and the health and safety of others.
3. Enforce Public Health and any other relevant laws and regulations.
4. Investigate nuisance complaints to ensure that the public health needs of the Territory are met and provide technical advice.
5. Assist with the evaluation of the environmental impact assessments of existing and proposed development projects to monitor the environmental health activities in the Territory.  
6. Participate in legal proceeding in cases which involve offences of public health regulations.
7. Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of Vector Control Unit by:
   
   1. Developing the annual work plan for implementation of the national Vector Control Programme.
   2. Assisting with the development of administrative and operational policies, standards and procedures related to vector control.
   3. Coordinating the monitoring and surveillance activities related to vector control and vector-borne diseases.
   4. Conducting surveys and assessments of pesticides/insecticides sale and usage by commercial suppliers and pest exterminating companies.
   5. Overseeing data management and technical reports related to the Vector Control Programme.
   6. Supervising the work of Vector Control Unit for efficiency and effectiveness.
   7. Representing the department at events and meetings as necessary.
   8. Serving on the Pesticide Control Board and any other relevant committees, and assisting with the coordination of and tracking of certification and training requirements for Pest Control Operators.
8. Assist with the preparation of the Environmental Health Division’s budget through inventory/budget tracking and forecasting in areas related to the vector control programme.
9. Perform any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health/Public Health/Environmental Science/Engineering
• Three (3) years’ working experience in a related area
• Valid BVI Driver’s Licence
• Sound knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
• Sound knowledge of survey methodologies and environmental monitoring techniques
• Sound knowledge of GIS and VHF radio and other communication equipment or systems
• Excellent ability to collect, analyse and interpret a wide range of environmental data
• Excellent research and reporting skills
• Sound knowledge of social, economic, environmental and cultural issues
• Sound knowledge of the use of computer equipment and relevant computer applications
• Sound interpersonal and organisation skills
• Sound oral and written communication skills
• Good supervisory skills