Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 848452
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

The Senior Organisational Development Consultant works closely with the Manager, Organisational Development and key staff across the Department to enhance cultural and organisational change by delivering targeted and efficient learning and development programs and across government initiatives. This role contributes to the assessment, development, delivery and evaluation of organisational development frameworks, which include strategies, policies, guidelines, systems and initiatives to enhance DEW’s organisational culture and improve strategic and operational performance. This role works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and represents the department on public sector working groups and committees to foster best practice and enable collective learning and sharing of information. 

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).
• Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: Temporary Contract for up to 2 years. There is a possibility of further extension or an opportunity for a longer-term or ongoing employment. 
                The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible work arrangements for this role​​  ​

Desirable Qualifications: An appropriate degree/qualification in organisational development, organisational psychology, human resources or related discipline.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia without restrictions.
• This role has been identified as a Position of Trust. You will be required to provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to being employed, which is required to be renewed every three years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel, occasional overnight absences, and work outside of the normal hours of work.

 A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) issued within the last 12 months.

Remuneration: ASO6 ($102,171 min - $108,071 max) p.a., pro-rata for part-time hours

Enquiries to:

Michelle Leigh, General Manager, Human Resources
Michelle.Leigh2@sa.gov.au
0448 125 211

Application Instructions:

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

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Essential Criteria (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: 07/07/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO6 P48199 Senior Organisational Development Consultant - RD.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.