Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 835473
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

We are excited to be calling for a senior level Wildlife Ecologist to support our Adelaide based workgroup. The Wildlife Ecologist works with a diversity of internal and external partners (e.g. government, NGOs, research institutes, industry, landholders, broader community) to design and implement high profile wildlife conservation and management projects. The role will suit an Ecologist who is familiar with species recovery planning, highly motivated and passionate about wildlife conservation and management. 

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 Backfill Contract up to 8 months

Essential Qualifications:

A degree in the field of ecology, biodiversity management, natural resource management (or related field) and relevant higher qualification or extensive relevant discipline experience is essential.

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 essential.
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel, occasional overnight absences, and work outside of the normal hours of work.

Remuneration: PO3 ($101,285 min - $107,078 max) 

Enquiries to:

Jason Van Weenen, Team Leader, Urban Biodiversity
Jason.VanWeenen@sa.gov.au
(08) 8463 3749

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 five (5) skills/capabilities (including qualifications) as outlined below:

•    Experience in leading threatened species conservation and recovery planning processes (particular experience with translocation planning is also considered beneficial and worth mentioning). 
•    Experience in the management of native species that can impact on the community and the environment.
•    Experience in project management that includes budget management and reporting responsibilities.
•    Ability to write fluently, conveying complex information to a diverse range of audiences.
•    Extensive working knowledge of native flora and fauna species (relevant to South Australia or the Adelaide region is advantageous).
•    A degree in the field of ecology, biodiversity management, natural resource management (or related field) and relevant higher qualification or extensive relevant discipline experience is essential.

Green Adelaide 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: 08/03/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- PO3 M20847 Wildlife Ecologist FINAL - 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.