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Native Vegetation Officer
Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 843372
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone


About the Role:

We are seeking a Native Vegetation Officer to play a key role in protecting and conserving South Australia’s native vegetation. This is an opportunity to apply your scientific and technical expertise to support the administration of the Native Vegetation Act 1991 (SA) and Native Vegetation Regulations 2017 (SA), contributing to environmentally responsible decision‑making across the state.

In this role, you will work with government and non‑government stakeholders to ensure the effective assessment, management and regulation of activities impacting native vegetation, helping to achieve sustainable environmental outcomes.

As a Native Vegetation Officer, you will:

  • Contribute to the administration of the Native Vegetation Act and Regulations, providing sound scientific and technical advice on the protection, management and conservation of native vegetation.
  • Coordinate, manage and assess applications to clear native vegetation in accordance with legislative requirements.
  • Provide expert advice to internal and external stakeholders on the interpretation and application of native vegetation legislation.
  • Assist in the delivery of compliance activities, including undertaking on‑ground assessments as required.
  • Support the Native Vegetation Council, assessment panel, and departmental groups by assessing native vegetation offset areas and evaluating compliance with legislative conditions.

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).
  • Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
  • Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: 
Ongoing

Essential Qualifications:
​A degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management or other relevant discipline 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.
  • Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a National Police Check.
  • A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to drive is essential.
  • May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel, occasional overnight absences, and work outside of the normal hours of work.

A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) issued within the last 12 months.

Remuneration: 
PO2, $91,565 min - $106,074 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Zeljka Danilovic, A/Team Leader, Assessments and Compliance
zeljka.danilovic@sa.gov.au 
08 7424 5813

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: 17/05/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- RD PO2 Multiple Native Vegetation Officer FINAL 20260105.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.