Job Opportunities in Australia

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 629831
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

Join us as a Waterway Ecologist and play a pivotal role in enhancing and managing urban waterways and wetlands within the Green Adelaide landscape. This position is vital for maximising biodiversity and improving water management practices across our region.
Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate restoration and management programs for urban waterways and wetlands.
• Provide scientific and technical advice, including revegetation species recommendations, to support strategic waterway and wetland enhancement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Green Adelaide staff and external stakeholders to deliver various programs and projects.
• Contribute professional expertise to enhance biodiversity and water management opportunities.

Come and be part of a dedicated team committed to creating sustainable ecosystems and improving urban waterway health. If you're passionate about biodiversity and environmental stewardship, we want to hear from you!
What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
• Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
• Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Meaningful and rewarding career

Contract:
2 year Contract
Essential Qualifications:
A degree in ecology or applied science relevant to waterway management and restoration, or broader natural resources management.
Special Conditions:

• Out of hours work may be required
• Must hold a current driver’s licence
• May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties
• May be required to participate in biosecurity emergency response
• May be required to undertake Authorised Officer training under the Landscape SA Act
• This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. By applying for this role you consent to being screened under the process of obtaining a National Police Clearance (NPC), and to the Department requiring you to obtain an NPC.

Remuneration:
PO3, $101,286 min - $107,078 max p.a.
Enquiries to:
Tammy Partridge, Team Leader Urban Water
tammy.partridge@sa.gov.au
0448 927 890

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.
The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Applications close: 08/11/2024 11:45 PM