Hydroecologist

Description:

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 663066
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

The Hydroecologist is primarily responsible for providing professional hydroecological advice and analysis by undertaking investigations, assessments and modelling using existing tools and applications. The role involves providing advice on water planning and management of the State's water resources, supporting projects in various water systems across the State, and providing hydroecological input into key Department for Environment and Water initiatives.

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: up to 30 June 2026

Essential Qualifications:

Tertiary qualification in environment, conservation, ecology, hydrology or a related natural resource management (NRM) discipline

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
• Current class “C" driver's licence or equivalent and willingness to safely operate a 4WD is desirable.
• May be required to travel intra and interstate, which may include overnight absences and work outside of the normal hours of work.

Remuneration:

PO2 $88,255 min - $97,667 max p.a.

Enquiries to:

Dr. Douglas Green, Senior Ecologist
Douglas.Green1@sa.gov.au
0403 166 597

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 Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (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: 15/04/2025 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- PO2 P60251 Hydroecologist - Role Description.pdf
- PRE-EMPLOYMENT DECLARATION.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.