Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 835278
Location: - VARIOUS -
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
Under the direction of the Senior Ranger, the Ranger is responsible for contributing to the effective operational management of National Parks and Reserves. Core responsibilities surround the management of park conservation and wildlife values, supporting park visitors to ensure they enjoy a safe and memorable experience, supporting the maintenance and presentation of park facilities and assets, participation in fire and emergency response, and working with key partners, including park neighbours, conservation partners, volunteers and Aboriginal communities This is a merit pool and applicants may be offered a position on a term or ongoing basis based on organisational needs. Positions are available at various locations across the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges region.

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).
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: 
Applicants may be offered a position on a term or ongoing basis based on organisational needs.

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to participate in emergency operations including bushfire operations, search and rescue and marine mammal strandings. This may require at times, some out of hours 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.
• Will be required to work regular weekends and public holidays for which a penalty rate will be applied.
• 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.
• Current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• Intra-state travel is required, including time away from home and travel in light aircraft.
• A current Provide First Aid Certificate is highly desirable (HLTAID001; HLTAID002 and HLTAID003).
• Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a National Police Check.
• Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to provide a Department of Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. [DEW will cover the cost of renewal]
• 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.

Remuneration: 
OPS2 $58,709 min - $63,154 max p.a., plus 13.1% loading for weekends/public holidays worked 

Enquiries to:
Tony Magor, National Parks and Wildlife Manager 
tony.magor@sa.gov.au
Mobile: 0428 116 035

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: 03/03/2026 11:00 PM

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