Overview
Department for Environment and Water
National Parks and Public Lands
Salary: $36.38 – $36.76 p/hr including a 25% leave loading in lieu of sick leave and annual leave + super
Long Term Contract for up to 12 months
VRN: 709557
About the Role
The Site Interpreter undertakes interpreted guided tours for the general public and educational programs for schools. The role also includes some site management functions, such as facilities 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.
This position will be primarily seasonal but may be expanded upon. A willingness to work school and public holidays, along with long weekends, is essential.
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:
Contract is up to 12 months
Two positions available — one based in Naracoorte, and one based in Tantanoola.
Special Conditions:
- May be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.
- A current class ‘C’ driver’s licence is essential and a willingness and ability to operate a 4wd is highly desirable.
- Located at either the Naracoorte Caves National Park and/or Tantanoola Caves Conservation Park.
- 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.
- 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]
- Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
- 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 without restrictions.
Enquiries to:
Barbara Lobban
Senior Guide Naracoorte and Tantanoola Caves
barbara.lobban@sa.gov.au
PH: (08) 8760 1210
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. 2 pages) addressing the below questions:
- Outline what you think good customer service is and how this may be applied in the tourism industry.
- What do you think the key requirements are when presenting information to a group of people?
- Can you list some potential hazards you may come across in a cave when leading a group of people through on tour? What strategies might you employ to address these.
Applications close: Thursday 27 November 2025 at 11:00 PM.
Attachments:
– Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
– Role Description GSE3 Site Interpreter Naracoorte & Tantanoola Caves.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.
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+.
