Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 689223
Location: 5607 - PORT LINCOLN
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
The Department for Environment and Water, Eyre and Far West Region has an exciting opportunity available for a National Park Senior Ranger based in Port Lincoln. 

The Senior Ranger (OPS4) reports to a Senior Ranger (OPS5) and is responsible for collaboratively leading and supervising a team of Rangers in developing, planning and implementing of a range of national park and conservation programs.
Key deliverables include; delivery of pest plan and animal control, wildlife and conservation, management of public amenities and visitor safety, wildfire management and volunteer programs.

Head to I Work for SA to read the role description and follow the instructions to apply.

Applications will only be accepted through I Work for SA.

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).
• Meaningful and rewarding career

Contract: 
Ongoing contract.

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to participate in emergency operations including bushfire operations, search and rescue and marine mammal strandings. This may require at times, some out of hours work including the participation in an “on-call” roster.
• Will be required to work some weekends and public holidays for which a penalty rate will be applied.
• Will be required to undertake a medical and fitness assessment for a Fire Fighting Role Classification as defined in the DEW Fire Management Policy and Procedures.
• May be required to work from any location within the region or any region or management unit within the state.
• Will be required to wear a uniform in accordance with DEW policy.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• Intra and inter-state travel is required, including extended periods of time away from home and travel in light aircraft.
• A current Provide First Aid Certificate is desirable (HLTAID001; HLTAID002 and HLTAID003).
• This role has functions pertaining to working with children and is prescribed under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act 2016 as requiring a Working with Children Check (WWCC). By applying for this role you consent to being screened for appropriate behaviour and to the Department obtaining, or requiring you to obtain a WWCC.
• This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. By applying for this role you consent to being screened under the process of obtaining a National Police Clearance (NPC), and to the Department requiring you to obtain an NPC.

Remuneration: 
OPS4 $76,561 min - $80,256 max p.a. 

Enquiries to:
Peter Wilkins
District Ranger
Peter.Wilkins@sa.gov.au
0488 681 480

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

Please submit a current CV, Pre-Employment Declaration and letter of application (max 3 pages) addressing these criteria:

• Providing examples, detail your experience in creating a positive team culture and optimising team performance to facilitate the achievement of tasks.
• Describe behavioural elements you consider essential in establishing and maintaining meaningful relationships when working with volunteers and other key stakeholders.
• Demonstrate your knowledge and experience in the delivery of conservation land management activities.
• Describe your understanding of systems available to maintain the presentation of public amenities and serviceability of mechanical plant and equipment, including risk management processes.
• Demonstrate your skills in developing, planning, and managing projects.
• Detail key safety considerations when working alone in a remote and isolated situation.

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: 20/08/2025 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- OPS4 Senior Ranger APPROVED September 2022.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.