Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 839916
Location: 5700 - PORT AUGUSTA
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We’re seeking a proactive and organised Industry Liaison Officer to provide administrative and customer support for the regulation of South Australia’s commercial kangaroo harvesting industry.
In this role, you’ll support the day-to-day operations of the program, acting as a key contact for permit holders and stakeholders while ensuring processes run smoothly and accurately.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing kangaroo tag sales to permit holders.
• Responding to enquiries and providing customer support.
• Managing tag stock and maintaining accurate records.
• Data entry, reporting and resolving discrepancies.
• Coordinating meetings, including agendas and minutes.
• Managing the program mailbox and general administration.

About you:
You have strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a customer-focused approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.

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 the Fitness Passport Program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: 
12 month contract

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 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: 
ASO2, $64,195 min - $67,154 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Sue Mackenzie, Operations Manager
susan.mackenzie@sa.gov.au 
0401 612 318

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 Essential 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: 14/04/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - ASO2 Industry Liaison Officer - Kangaroo Management - Mar 2026.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.