Native Vegetation Senior Compliance Officer

Description:

Are you passionate about protecting South Australia's natural environment? Do you thrive in a compliance-focused role that allows you to work across agencies and with the community? Join us and make a real impact on native vegetation conservation.

About the Role:

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Native Vegetation Senior Compliance Officer to lead the delivery of our native vegetation compliance program. This role is pivotal in ensuring the protection of South Australia’s unique ecosystems by supporting the effective management of native vegetation clearance activities.

The successful candidate will provide expert advice and services relating to native vegetation compliance, with responsibilities including:

• Coordinating and resolving discrete compliance-focused projects and tasks.
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships within government and with external stakeholders.
• Reviewing, triaging, and managing reports of unauthorised native vegetation clearance.
• Contributing to investigations and enforcement activities.
• Supporting education and outreach to landholders and the community regarding native vegetation obligations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the assessment and resolution of compliance cases.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to enhance compliance outcomes.
• Contribute to planning, policy development, and continuous improvement of compliance processes.
• Participate in the development and delivery of education and awareness programs.
• Provide timely, accurate, and informed advice on native vegetation legislation and compliance requirements.

About You:

You are a strategic thinker with strong analytical and investigative skills. Your ability to communicate complex information clearly and build positive relationships will be key to your success in this role. You have:

• Experience in environmental compliance, regulation, or enforcement.
• Knowledge of native vegetation legislation or a related regulatory framework.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• A commitment to environmental protection and continuous improvement.

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

Essential Qualifications:
A Degree in environmental science, ecology, conservation or a related Natural Resources Management discipline.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
• A current Class C driver’s licence is essential, with a willingness to undertake four-wheel-drive training.
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel, involving occasional overnight absences and work outside of the normal hours of duty.
• 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 a NPC.

Remuneration:
PO3, $101,285 min - $107,078 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Gayle Grieger, Manager, Native Vegetation
gayle.grieger@sa.gov.au
0419 223 875

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+.

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.