Senior Ranger

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 689223
Location: 5607 - PORT LINCOLN
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role: The Department for Environment and Water, Eyre and Far West Region, has an exciting opportunity available for a National Park Senior Ranger based in Port Lincoln.

The Senior Ranger (OPS4) reports to a Senior Ranger (OPS5) and is responsible for collaboratively leading and supervising a team of Rangers in developing, planning, and implementing a range of national park and conservation programs. Key deliverables include; delivery of pest plan and animal control, wildlife and conservation, management of public amenities and visitor safety, wildfire management, and volunteer programs.

Head to I Work for SA to read the role description and follow the instructions to apply.

Applications will only be accepted through I Work for SA.

What can we offer you

• Working in an organisation that contributes to significant environmental outcomes in South Australia.
• Be part of a fun, collaborative, and supportive team.
• Hybrid working model with flexible options including work from home 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 contract.

Special Conditions:

• Participation in emergency operations including bushfire operations, search and rescue, and marine mammal strandings, possibly requiring out-of-hours work and an "on-call" roster.
• Work on some weekends and public holidays with penalty rates.
• Undertake a medical and fitness assessment for a Fire Fighting Role Classification.
• Work from any location within the region or other regions within the state.
• Wear a uniform in accordance with DEW policy.
• Current class "C" driver's license and ability to operate a 4WD.
• Intra and inter-state travel, including extended periods away from home and travel in light aircraft.
• Desirable: Current Provide First Aid Certificate (HLTAID001, HLTAID002, HLTAID003).
• This role involves working with children, requiring a Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• This position is a Position of Trust, requiring a National Police Clearance (NPC).

Remuneration: OPS4 $76,561 min - $80,256 max p.a.

Enquiries to: Peter Wilkins, District Ranger, Peter.Wilkins@sa.gov.au, 0488 681 480

Application Instructions: Submit online through I WORK FOR SA with a current CV, Pre-Employment Declaration, and a max 3-page letter addressing criteria including team culture, stakeholder relationships, conservation activities, public amenities, project management, and safety considerations.

The Department for Environment and Water encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and promotes an inclusive workplace.

Applications close: 20/08/2025 11:00 PM

Attachments: OPS4 Senior Ranger APPROVED September 2022.pdf, Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible working arrangements, including part-time options.