Description:
Are you passionate about aquatic ecology and working to improve the health of aquatic ecosystems across South Australia?
The Department for Environment and Water is looking for multiple Scientific Officers to work in the Freshwater, River Murray and Coorong Science Team. Based in Adelaide, the roles will support the delivery and evaluation of freshwater, River Murray and Coorong science projects and programs, contributing to the provision of ecological advice and services to inform environmental decision-making in South Australia. The roles will be responsible for the collation, analysis and interpretation of scientific data and other technical information and contribute to the development of scientific reporting.
If you are ready to make a difference and use your skills to help the environment, we'd love to hear from you. We offer flexible working arrangements providing an excellent work life balance.
Essential Qualifications: A tertiary qualification in environmental science, natural resource management or equivalent is essential.
Special Conditions:
- May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
- May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel and work outside of the normal hours of work.
- A current class “C” driver’s licence is essential, along with a willingness to undertake four-wheel drive training.
- Remuneration: PO2 - $88,255 min - $97,667 max p.a., pro rata PT
Enquiries to:
Ryan Lewis - Principal Advisor, River Murray and Team Leader, Freshwater, River Murray and Coorong Sciences
Ryan.Lewis@sa.gov.au
08 7421 0249
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 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+.