Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 840666
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
The Contract Manager, Levee Recovery is responsible for the procurement, contract oversight and closing out of contracts in relation to levee maintenance and upgrades along the River Murray. It includes the supervision and general management of contractors engaged by the Department.​

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: 
Contract up to 31 December 2026

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.
• A current class “C" driver's licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is desirable.
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate and remote 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: 
ASO4 $76,561 min - $80,256 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Brendan Cowie, A/Manager, Levee Recovery
Brendan.Cowie@sa.gov.au
0457 291 874

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: 16/04/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO4 -Contract Manager Levee Recovery - 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.