Parks Field Officer – Fire & Conservation

Department for Environment and Water; Naracoorte; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free entry into DEW parks

Salary sacrifice benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport Program

Meaningful career

Job summary

Department for Environment and Water seeks a Field Officer to actively care for parks and reserves in a varied outdoor role. You will perform hands-on conservation, land management and fire activities, including track maintenance, weed control, and operating plant and equipment.

The role supports emergency response and works with partners across Mt Gambier, Naracoorte and Noonameena. Ideal candidates will enjoy teamwork, adaptability, and contributing to South Australia’s natural environment,

Qualifications

• Meeting and maintaining the minimum fitness standard (Rating B) for a Fire Fighting Role.
• Experience in operation and maintenance of plant, vehicles, machinery and equipment.
• Experience with construction and maintenance of visitor facilities and parks infrastructure.
• Knowledge of native vegetation and land management, including herbicide application and weed control.

Responsibilities

• Deliver works programs for parks and reserves under the district.
• Manage park functions and assets to ensure safe, memorable visitor experiences.
• Participate in fire and emergency response activities.
• Collaborate with volunteers, contractors, neighbours and Aboriginal communities.

Skills

Fitness standard

Plant and equipment operation

Parks and reserves maintenance

Herbicide application & weed control

4WD operation readiness

Team collaboration

Safety conscious

Tools

IT tools & packages

Job description

Department for Environment and Water seeks a Field Officer to actively care for parks and reserves in a varied outdoor role. You will perform hands-on conservation, land management and fire activities, including track maintenance, weed control, and operating plant and equipment.

The role supports emergency response and works with partners across Mt Gambier, Naracoorte and Noonameena. Ideal candidates will enjoy teamwork, adaptability, and contributing to South Australia’s natural environment,