Overview

Department for Environment and Water
National Parks and Wildlife Service
Salary: $76,561 – $80,256 pa. + super
Ongoing position
VRN: 685488

Make your next role count …

At the Department for Environment and Water your expertise supports the health of our environment, communities, and economy. The National Parks and Wildlife Service are hiring passionate professionals ready to lead change and drive impact. An exciting opportunity exists for 2 ongoing Senior Rangers located in the Southern Flinders Ranges of the beautiful State of SA. Be part of something meaningful—apply now.

About the Role
The Senior Ranger is responsible for the management and supervision of employees and contractors, and the development of a range of operational programs and projects to ensure the effective management of parks and reserves, and other lands as required, within the Southern Flinders Mid North District. This role leads one of several small teams who work from different worksites within the district.

Core responsibilities surround, the maintenance and presentation of park facilities and assets, to ensure park visitors enjoy a safe and memorable experience and the coordination of conservation and wildlife management actions.  The role builds effective and positive working relationships with key partners, including Aboriginal communities, park neighbours, lessees and representatives from conservation and volunteer groups. Active participation in fire management and emergency response is an essential part of the role.

Note: There are two ongoing roles available. One at Mambray Creek in Mount Remarkable National Park and the other at the Wirrabara Worksite in Wapma Thura – Southern Flinders Ranges National Park.

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.

Special Conditions:

  • A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
  • 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 hour’s 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.
  •  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.

Enquiries to:

Danny Doyle, District Ranger
Danny.Doyle@sa.gov.au
0427 347 069

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 Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

Note: When addressing the Role Description, it is not necessary to address the Core Competencies, Elements or Behavioural Indicators. However, the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) must be addressed.

Applications close: Monday, 11 August 2025 at 11:00 PM.

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+.

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.

Attachments:
– Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
– Role Description OPS4 Senior Ranger_.pdf

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