Outdoor Parks & Fire Response Field Officer

I Work For Sa; Naracoorte; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free entry into DEW managed Parks inSA

Salary Sacrifice Benefits

EAP access

Fitness Passport Program

Meaningful and rewarding career

Job summary

Department for Environment and Water in South Australia seeks a Field Officer to support conservation, land management and fire activities across multiple locations. You will maintain tracks and visitor facilities, perform weed control, operate plant and equipment, and assist in emergency response with volunteers and communities.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability to changing priorities, and a direct contribution to protecting our natural environment in a dynamic outdoor setting.

Qualifications

• Meet minimum fitness standard for Fire Fighting Role Classification.
• Experience in operation and maintenance of plant, vehicles and equipment.
• Experience in construction and maintenance of visitor facilities and parks infrastructure.
• Knowledge of native vegetation and land management, including herbicide application and weed control.
• Current class C driver's licence and ability to safely operate a 4WD.
• Ability to follow procedures and document completed tasks.
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to delivery of works programs for parks and reserves.
• Manage park assets to ensure safe, memorable experiences.
• Participate in fire and emergency response with partners.
• Collaborate with volunteers, contractors, neighbours and Aboriginal communities.

Skills

Plant operation

Vehicle operation

Visitor facilities maintenance

Land management

Herbicide application

Communication

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

Class C driver's licence (minimum P2)

Tools

4WD operation

Job description

Department for Environment and Water in South Australia seeks a Field Officer to support conservation, land management and fire activities across multiple locations. You will maintain tracks and visitor facilities, perform weed control, operate plant and equipment, and assist in emergency response with volunteers and communities.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability to changing priorities, and a direct contribution to protecting our natural environment in a dynamic outdoor setting.