Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 838024
Location: 5052 - BELAIR
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
The Nursery Sales Assistant assists with retail sales of plants and associated nursery products, advising and assisting customers with their selections and inquiries. The Nursery Sales Assistant ensures that the plants, products and services are presented, maintained and delivered to the highest standards. The role also assists in the maintenance and upkeep of the nursery and the display of garden beds.

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: 
Contract for up to 12 Months 

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.
• Regular weekend and public holiday work is required.
• Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
• 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.
• Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a National Police Check.

Remuneration: 
GSE2 $38.56 min - $38.96 max per hour, inclusive of 25% casual loading in lieu of annual leave and sick leave. 

Enquiries to:
Scott Maxted, Nursery Coordinator, Belair 
scott.maxted@sa.gov.au
PH: (08) 8278 7777

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: 06/04/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- RD GSE02 Nursery Sales Assistant - P46508.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.