Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 637794
Location: 5606 - PORT LINCOLN
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

Come and join the South Australian National Parks and Wildlife Service team and take get involved with the rewards and experiences associated with working in the marine environment.

Here is an exciting opportunity for an experienced person to take on a Senior Ranger role in South Australia. You will live on the Eyre Peninsula and work across a stunning and diverse marine environment, including over 100 islands and 10 State Marine Parks (Weblink). 

The Senior Ranger position has a marine focus and is responsible for marine operations including marine wildlife advocacy, conservation and management. You will assist with the management and monitoring of marine parks and sanctuary zones, whilst engaging with the community, tour operators and school groups. You will be welcomed and supported by a dedicated and passionate regional team.

Head to I Work for SA to read the role description and follow the instructions to apply. Applications will only be accepted through I Work for SA.

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: 
Ongoing 

Essential Qualifications:

•    A Coxswain Grade 1 (Near Coastal) Certificate is highly desirable and demonstrated experience operating and crewing on vessels is essential.

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to work some weekends and public holidays for which a penalty rate will be applied.
• 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.
• May be required to work from any location within the region or any region or management unit within the state.
• Will be required to wear a uniform in accordance with DEW policy.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• Intra and inter-state travel is required, including extended periods of time away from home and travel in light aircraft.
• A current Provide First Aid Certificate is desirable (HLTAID001; HLTAID002 and HLTAID003).
• This role has functions pertaining to working with children and is prescribed under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act 2016 as requiring a Working with Children Check (WWCC). By applying for this role you consent to being screened for appropriate behaviour and to the Department obtaining, or requiring you to obtain a WWCC.
• This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. By applying for this role you consent to being screened under the process of obtaining a National Police Clearance (NPC), and to the Department requiring you to obtain an NPC.

Remuneration: 
OPS4 $76,561 min - $80,256 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Peter Wilkins, District Ranger Eyre 
Peter.wilkins@sa.gov.au
Ph: (08) 8688 3123

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (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: 19/12/2024 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- PRE-EMPLOYMENT DECLARATION.pdf
- Role Description OPS4 Senior 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.