Native Vegetation Officer

Description:

Do you have a passion for environmental sustainability and want to make a meaningful impact on South Australia's natural landscape? We’re looking for a Native Vegetation Officer to help protect and manage native vegetation in line with the Native Vegetation Act (SA) 1991 (NV Act) and the Native Vegetation Regulations (SA) 2017.

As a Native Vegetation Officer, you’ll play a key role in :

• Supporting the administration and compliance of the Native Vegetation Act (SA) 1991 (NV Act) and the Native Vegetation Regulations (SA) 2017.
• Assessing and processing vegetation clearance applications across South Australia
• Contributing to compliance investigations and enforcement activities
• Facilitating land use proposals and delivering project support
• Providing input into policy development to strengthen environmental outcomes

By joining our team, you’ll contribute to:

• The sustainable use and conservation of South Australia's natural resources
• Building strong partnerships across government, industry, and the community
• Enhancing our state's environmental, social, and economic well-being
• Policy development that shapes the future of native vegetation management

We’re seeking someone with:

• Knowledge of environmental legislation and natural resource management
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Experience in project support and/or policy development (desirable)
• A collaborative and proactive mindset

This role supports sustainable land use and ensures that native vegetation is managed to deliver long-term ecological sustainability—while maximising economic and social benefits to our communities.

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:
12 Month Contract

Essential Qualifications:
A tertiary qualification in natural resource management, agricultural science, environmental science, or related field.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence is essential.
• Intrastate travel maybe required.
• Some out of hours work is required, necessitating occasional overnight stays.

Remuneration:
PO1, $68,478 min - $83,594 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Alison Wright, Team Leader, Assessments and Compliance, Native Vegetation Branch
alison.wright@sa.gov.au
0402 337 377

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.