Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 852326
Location: 5223 - FLINDERS CHASE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
An exciting position exists to work as a ranger based at Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island. You will work as part of a team to support park conservation and wildlife values and to ensure that park visitors enjoy a safe and memorable experience. You will participate in fire and emergency response, assist in park presentation, maintenance of park facilities and work with key partners for effective operational management of the western Kangaroo Island Parks. This role will also assist with ongoing maintenance and support of the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail. We value a positive culture and work/life balance, the ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate initiative and work both independently and flexibly as part of a team. Enquiries about accommodation options are welcomed, as this position is based in a remote location.

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.
• 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: Ongoing

Essential Criteria (including qualifications):

• Current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd.

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to participate in emergency preparedness, response, recovery, search and rescue and marine mammal stranding activities as directed by government agencies. This may require at times, some out of hour’s work including the participation in an “on-call” roster.
• Will be required to undertake a medical and fitness assessment for a Fire Fighting Role Classification as defined in the DEW Fire Management Policy and Procedures.
• May be required to work from any location within the region or any region or management unit within the state.
• Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
• Intra-state travel is required, including time away from home and travel in light aircraft.
• Will be required to work regular weekends and public holidays for which a penalty rate will be applied.
• The Department for Environment and Water is committed to providing a safe environment to all children and young people who access our services and visit our sites.  This role requires candidates to provide a valid Working with Children Check which must be renewed every five years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.
• This role requires candidates to provide a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which must be renewed every three years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.

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. This information must be supplied by all applicants who are shortlisted for interview.

Remuneration: 
OPS2 $66,441 min - $69,504 max p.a.
Locality allowance applies for working in remote area * 13.1% loading applies for working weekend and public holidays

Enquiries to:
Daniel Parkhurst, Senior Ranger 
daniel.parkhurst@sa.gov.au
Mobile: 0436 642 575

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 following: 

• Effective day to day management of parks and reserves, including park presentation and fire, visitor and asset management.
• Contributes to the delivery of projects, and work with employees, contractors, volunteers and communities.
• Effective management of park values, key habitats and species is supported, including the management of threats such as introduced flora and fauna.
• Active participation in emergency operations and fire management activities, including operating and utilising fire equipment.
• Effective wildlife management is maintained, including participation in conservation and control programs and assisting with wildlife surveys, research and monitoring.
• Effective compliance activities to ensure park visitors are educated about relevant legislation.

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: 06/08/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description -OPS2 Ranger - P28023.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.