Site Interpreter

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 504077
Location: 5271 - NARACOORTE
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

The Site Interpreter undertakes interpreted guided tours for the general public, educational programs for schools and adventure caving. The role also includes some site management functions, such as campground and accommodation servicing, bookings management and some grounds keeping tasks.

Excellent customer service skills and the ability to present information with an artistic flair are essential as part of the role.

A willingness to work school and public holidays, as well as long weekends, is a must.

Contract: Casual contract – 12 months (irregular hours)

Location: Located at either the Naracoorte Caves NP and/or Tantanoola Caves CP.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• Required to work a roster including weekends and public holidays. Hours of work vary according to the operational needs of the business centre and the incumbent may be required to work at short notice.
• A current First Aid Certificate is highly desirable.
• Will be required to wear a uniform in accordance with departmental policy.
• 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: GSE3 $27.94 min - $28.24 max per hour (plus 25% casual loading)

Enquiries to:
Decima McTernan, Senior Guide

8760 1208

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+.

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. 2 pages) addressing the following questions.

1. Outline your experience, skills and abilities in dealing with a range of customers of different ages and backgrounds.

2. What do you think are the key requirements for excellent communication and presentation of information?

3. What is your understanding of workplace safety and wellbeing in relation to a site such as a cave?
Applications close: 21/10/2022 10:00 PM

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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.