Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 703751
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
Varying contract lengths offered based on business needs. 

We are seeking motivated and reliable individuals to join our Field Officer Emergency Response Team. These roles are vital to maintaining the health and safety of South Australia's beaches and coastal environments. Your primary responsibility will be the removal and safe disposal of deceased marine life, including fish, from coastal areas and you will be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.

Key Duties:

• Conduct regular patrols of designated beach areas.
• Identify, collect, and dispose of dead fish and other marine debris.
• Operate basic equipment and vehicles safely (e.g., gloves, tongs, bins, trailers).
• Record data on fish mortality events and environmental conditions.
• Assist with public safety and beach presentation.
• Follow environmental and biosecurity protocols.
• Work collaboratively with other field staff and supervisors.
• Participate in other state emergency responses or associated duties.

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: 
This is a pool recruitment. Successful applicants will remain in the Pool for a period of 12 months.  

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.
• A current class “C” (minimum P2) driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• Will be required to wear a uniform and appropriate PPE in accordance with departmental policy.
• Will be required to work outside of the normal hours of work including weekends and public holidays.
• Will be required to participate on a roster system for duties associated with emergency response including on call and standby arrangements.
• 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.
• Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a National Police Check.

Remuneration: 
OPS1 $30,171 min - $55,000 max p.a.
OPS2 $$58,709 min - $63,154 max p.a.

Enquiries to: 
Emma Ostle: Logistics Officer Algal Bloom
emma.ostle@sa.gov.au
Mobile: 0437 493 978

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

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV and complete the Field Officer Emergency Response Template. 

Applications close: 04/01/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Statement of Duties - Algal Bloom response OPS1 Field Officer Emergency Response.pdf
- Statement of Duties - Algal Bloom response OPS2 Field Officer Emergency Response.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.