AddressJob reference: 601236
Location: 5655 - GAWLER RANGES
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About the Role:
The Senior Ranger is responsible for the management and supervision of employees, volunteers and contractors, and the development of a range of operational programs and projects to ensure the effective management of parks and reserves associated with the
Gawler Ranges.
Core responsibilities include the coordination of conservation and wildlife values, the maintenance and presentation of park facilities and assets, to ensure park visitors enjoy a safe and memorable experience. The role builds effective and positive working relationships with key partners, including the Gawler Ranges Aboriginal people, park neighbours, lessees and representatives from conservation and volunteer groups. Active participation in fire management and emergency response is required.
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.
- 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
Special Conditions:
- Will be required to participate in emergency operations including bushfire operations, search and rescue and marine mammal strandings. This may require at times, some out of hours work including the participation in an “on-call” roster.
- Will be required to work some weekends and public holidays for which a penalty rate will be applied.
- Will be required to undertake a medical and fitness assessment for a Fire Fighting Role Classification as defined in the DEW Fire Management Policy and Procedures.
- May be required to work from any location within the region or any region or management unit within the state.
- Will be required to wear a uniform in accordance with DEW policy.
- A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
- Intra and inter-state travel is required, including extended periods of time away from home and travel in light aircraft.
- A current Provide First Aid Certificate is desirable (HLTAID001; HLTAID002 and HLTAID003).
- This role has functions pertaining to working with children and is prescribed under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act 2016 as requiring a Working with Children Check (WWCC). By applying for this role you consent to being screened for appropriate behaviour and to the Department obtaining, or requiring you to obtain a WWCC.
- This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. By applying for this role you consent to being screened under the process of obtaining a National Police Clearance (NPC), and to the Department requiring you to obtain an NPC.
Remuneration:
CLASSIFICATION $75,430 min - $79,070 max p.a.
Enquiries to:
Mark Anderson, NPW Manager, E&FW
*************@sa.gov.au
Mobile: 0457 528 ***
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+.
Applications close: 29/06/2024 11:00 PM
Attachments:
- PRE-EMPLOYMENT DECLARATION.pdf
- Role Description OPS4 Senior Ranger M19740.pdf
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.
