fire management officer

Department for Environment and Water

Job reference: 696452

Location: PORT LINCOLN

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Purpose-driven work starts here

Looking to take the next step in your career while making a real difference? Join DEW and help shape a more sustainable, resilient future for South Australia. Explore opportunities where your skills support something bigger.

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity exists for a Fire Management Officer in the Park Operations and Community Partnerships Branch. The Fire Management Officer undertakes a range of fire and land management activities in the region that contribute to mitigating the impacts of bushfires on life, property and the environment while promoting improved ecological and biodiversity outcomes on parks and reserves. The role supports the planning and delivery of a tenure-blind fuel reduction program across the landscape.

The role will participate in prescribed burning operations including assisting with prescribed burn planning and reporting, monitoring, fire management plan review and development, training and community engagement.

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:

Contract up to 25 August 2027.

Essential Qualifications:

A degree in Natural Science, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Management or similar is essential.

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to participate in fire management or associated duties, including prescribed burning and emergency operations.
• A current class "C" driver's licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• Must be physically fit and will be required to undertake a medical and fitness assessment to a minimum standard for a Fire Fighting Role Classification as per the DEW Fire Policy and Procedures.
• Will be required to undertake intrastate. interstate and remote area travel, including travel in light aircraft, which may require the incumbent to be away from home for extended periods.
• Will be required to work outside of the normal hours of work including weekends, public holidays, out of hours meetings and days of significant fire danger.
• Will be required to participate on a roster system for duties associated with emergency response including on call and standby arrangements.
• Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
• Will be required to wear appropriate PPE in accordance with Departmental policy.
• Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a National Police Check.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia without restrictions.

Remuneration:

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

Enquiries to:

Aaron Macumber, Regional Fire Management Officer, Eyre and Far West

Application Instructions:

Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Essential and Desirable Criteria 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+.

Applications close: 24/09/2025 11:00 PM