Overview
Department for Environment and Water
National Parks and Public Lands
Salary: $1,249.25 – $1,261.79 p/wk + super
Short Term Contract for up to 29 June 2026
VRN: 713628
About the Role
The Senior Guide will assist in the coordination and delivery of business, visitor and conservation services including interpreting the cultural and natural history of the site through guided tours, collection of fees, general maintenance of buildings and precincts, maintenance of records and assisting in emergency operations.
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.
Special Conditions:
- Will be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.
- 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.
- Regular weekend work is required.
- Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a National Police Check.
- Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to provide a Department of Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. [DEW will cover the cost of renewal].
- A current class “C” driver’s licence.
- Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
- May be required to undertake intrastate travel, occasional overnight absences, and work outside of the normal hours of work.
Enquiries to:
Andrew Schaberau, Team Leader Commercial Services West
Andrew.schaberau@sa.gov.au
Mobile: 0452 598 991
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 Criteria (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: Monday, 5 January 2026 at 11:00 PM.
Attachments:
– Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
– Role Description GSE05 Senior Guide, Kelly Hill – M19590.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.
