Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 841659
Location: 5010 - REGENCY PARK
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
The Electronics Technical Officer is responsible, under limited supervision, for assisting the Water Resource Monitoring Unit (WRMU) in the collection of valid surface water and/or ground water data and entering data into appropriate information systems. The incumbent is also responsible for supporting the WRMU by conducting a range of technical duties associated with installing and maintaining technical equipment and undertaking laboratory work such as constructing and maintaining basic electronic circuits and monitoring platforms comprising of a variety of electronic instruments and associated modules. The incumbent may also be required to lead small projects relating to the work of the unit.​

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: 
Up to 31 January 2027

Essential Qualifications:

An appropriate Technical Qualification relevant to the position such as a Trade Certificate, Diploma in Electronics or a related industry and or Natural Resource Management qualification.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties
• A current class “C" driver's licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• Inter and intrastate and remote area travel is required, including travel in light aircraft.
• 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 requires a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which must be renewed every three years.

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: 
TGO1 $68,481 min - $74,032 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Mark Ellis, Technical Leader, Technology Support
Mark.Ellis@sa.gov.au
(08) 7421 0262

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 and Desirable 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: 01/05/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- TGO1 Electronics Technical Officer - April 2026.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.