Senior Ranger

Description:

Make your next role count:
At DEW, your expertise supports the health of our environment, communities, and economy. We're hiring passionate professionals ready to lead change and drive impact. An exciting opportunity as an ongoing Senior Ranger at Kingscote on the beautiful Kangaroo Island. Be part of something meaningful—apply now.

About the Role:
The Senior Ranger is responsible for the management and leadership of the Kangaroo Island seasonal fire crew and the works program to support and effectively deliver the annual regional fire program. Actively participate in the KI regions operational leadership group and build skills and encourage collaboration within the regional workforce.

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 our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract:
Ongoing

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:
Alison Buck, District Ranger Kangaroo Island
Alison.buck@sa.gov.au
Mobile: 0428 111 792

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 questions below:

• Works with team, line manager and key stakeholders to problem solve and overcome challenges and facilitate the achievement of outcomes.
• Has a good understanding of team members skills and strengths and uses this knowledge to delegate tasks.
• Earns respect and builds trust by being personally reliable and following through on commitments.
• Has a good understanding and experience in operating and maintaining plant and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in fire management and on ground fire related activities.
• Recognises and deals with conflict well before it advances to a formal level.

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+.

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.