Scientific Officer

2 days ago

Adelaide, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT AND WATER Full time

**Department for Environment and Water**
**Job reference**: 688965
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Long Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**About the Role**:
The Department for Environment and Water (DEW) is seeking a Scientific Officer - a skilled and dynamic individual to deliver strategic soil science initiatives that support South Australia's economic, environmental, and social prosperity. Based in Adelaide, this role focuses on conducting innovative projects, providing expert advice, organising and further developing our soil data and information products, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to support our soil resources. If you're ready to make a tangible impact while working in a flexible, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace, we'd love to hear from you

**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**:
Up to 31 December 2027

**Essential Qualifications**:
A tertiary qualification in Agricultural Science, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or equivalent is essential.

**Special Conditions**:

- May be required to participate in fire management and associated duties.
- A current driver’s licence is essential, along with a willingness to undertake four wheel drive training.
- May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel and work outside of normal hours of work.

**Remuneration**:
PO2 $88,255 min - $97,667 max p.a.

**Enquiries to**:
Stuart Wright, Acting Principal Advisor and Team Leader Soils Science

(08) 7421 0287

**Application Instructions**:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

**Applications close**: 13/08/2025 11:00 PM

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