Project Officer, Flora Ecologist

7 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Department for Environment and Water SA Full time $68,478 - $83,594 per year

Join Our Team

Are you a passionate ecologist with a drive to protect and recover threatened plant species? We're looking for a Project Officer (Flora Ecologist) to join our dedicated Landscape Operations team, where you'll play a key role in delivering a wide range of biodiversity conservation projects across the region.

About the Role:

As a Project Officer, you will contribute to the planning and implementation of on-ground conservation actions, with a particular focus on threatened flora recovery. Working alongside a skilled and collaborative team, you will help support the survival of some of the region's most at-risk plant species while contributing to broader ecological outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support biodiversity conservation initiatives, particularly those targeting threatened flora.
  • Collaborating with regional stakeholders to deliver flora recovery outcomes.
  • Assist in the design, delivery, and monitoring of recovery activities.
  • Contribute to data collection, reporting, and ecological assessments.
  • Ensure project work aligns with regional conservation strategies and legislative requirements.

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 Degree or tertiary qualification in environment, conservation or a related NRM discipline.

Special Conditions:

  • A current Australian driver's licence is essential, along with a willingness to undertake four-wheel-drive training.
  • May be required to travel intra and interstate, which may include overnight absences.
  • May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties

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

Enquiries to:
Liberty Olds, Wildlife Ecologist
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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 .

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