Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 833275
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

DEW is looking for a dynamic WHS Project and Wellbeing Officer to lead strategic safety initiatives and champion a positive safety culture across the department. If you're a proactive problem-solver with a knack for strategic thinking and a passion for creating a safer, healthier workplace - we want to hear from you.

In this role, you'll:

• Drive major Work Health & Safety projects from concept to implementation.
• Provide expert advice to DEW divisions and Executive leadership, influencing continuous improvement in workplace wellbeing.
• Shape business systems and processes that foster a safe and supportive work environment.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the Department through consultation and engagement, facilitating the enhancement of operational practices and service delivery.

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: Temporary contract up to 30 June 2027

Desirable Qualifications:

• An appropriate qualification in Work Health and Safety
• An appropriate tertiary studies in Psychology 

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.
• 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.
• Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a National Police Check.
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel, occasional overnight absences, and work outside of the normal hours of work.

Remuneration: 
ASO6 ($98,478 min - $104,165 max) p.a.

Enquiries and Applications to:

Lisa Bianchi, Administrative Support Officer
Lisa.Bianchi@sa.gov.au
0402 254 271

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: 18/02/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO6 WHS Project and Wellbeing Officer P64382 -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.