Overview
Department for Environment and Water
National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia
Nilpena Ediacara National Park
Salary: $36.38- $36.76 p/hr (GSE3 ) including 25% casual loading in lieu of annual leave and sick leave + super
Multiple casual positions for up to 12 Months
Job reference: 641773
About the Role
The Site Interpreter (Nilpena Ediacara NP) undertakes interpreted guided tours for the general public, Educational Institutions and tour groups. The role also includes some site management functions such as, bookings, accommodation and visitor precinct servicing, and ground keeping tasks.
Excellent customer service and communication skills and the ability to present information with an artistic flair are essential as part of the role.
A willingness to work school holidays, as well as weekends and public holidays is also 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.
Special Conditions:
- May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
- A current class “C” (unrestricted) driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
- South Australian driver accreditation is desirable.
- Located at Nilpena Ediacara National Park 20km North of Parachilna or 40km South of Leigh Creek.
- 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 Remote Area First Aid Certificate is essential.
- 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.
Enquiries to:
Kym Geue, Ranger in Charge
Kym.geue@sa.gov.au
Mobile: 0437 164 936
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:
- Outline your experience, skills and abilities in dealing with a range of customers of different ages and backgrounds.
- What do you think are the key requirements for excellent communication and presentation of information?
- Outline your motivation for applying for this Role and any specific interest you have for the region.
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: Friday, 31 January 2025 at 11:00 PM
Attachments:
– PRE-EMPLOYMENT DECLARATION.pdf
– Role Description GSE3 Site Interpreter.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.
