Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 861680
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
The Executive Assistant supports the Director, Water Security, Policy and Planning in the execution of their role through the provision of professional, confidential and high-level administrative support. The incumbent will also provide a range of high-level administrative support services to the Water Security, Policy and Planning Branch and the Division more broadly including providing support activities for international delegations and high-level interjurisdictional meetings including councils. This role contributes to the development and implementation of improvements to key administrative and business processes across the Division.

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.

About You:
The successful applicant will be a proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting senior leaders and teams to achieve strategic outcomes. 
You will demonstrate exceptional organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and discretion.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience providing executive or high-level administrative support within a complex organisation.
• Proficiency and accuracy in the use of the Microsoft suite of software applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet tight deadlines.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Experience managing records and information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing effective administrative solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

You will be a collaborative team member who can work independently, demonstrate initiative, and contribute positively to a professional and supportive team environment.

Contract: 
Ongoing Contract

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.  
• 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.
• This role has been identified as a Position of Trust, you will be required to provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to being employed, which is required
  to be renewed every three years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel, occasional overnight absences, and work outside of the normal hours of work.

Remuneration: 
AS03 $74,095 min - $78,694 max p.a. 

Enquiries to:
Amy Simcock
Manager, Business and Advice, Water and River Murray Division
[email protected]

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

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and letter of application (max. 3 pages).
This letter should address the Essential Criteria as outlined in the Role Description using the STAR Method (Situation, Task, Action and Result).

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: 03/11/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO3 P06382 Executive Assistant.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.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.