Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board
Job reference: ******
Location: **** - MURRAY BRIDGE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneGrow your
career in landscapes that matter
Join us in shaping a
resilient future - working hand-in-hand with regional communities
to nurture healthy and resilient landscapes.
Whether you're on the
ground, behind the scenes, or leading the way, your role helps us
create a healthier, more sustainable region.
About the
role:
Wade into an exciting and
rewarding career with the wetlands team at the Murraylands and
Riverland Landscape Board!
We're looking for a
project officer to work across a variety of sites and projects to
improve the health of the wetlands and floodplains along the SA
River Murray.
Grab your binoculars and join a dynamic team working
with contemporary ecological approaches to sustain vital wetland
environments and conserve threatened native species.
If you thrive in
challenging outdoor environments and are eager to make a tangible
impact on wetland conservation, we encourage you to
apply.
What you'll bring
to the role:
The ability to
quickly learn recent skills, adapt to diverse fieldwork
situations, and apply scientific principles to solve real-world
challenges.
Excel at building
genuine relationships with a wide range of stakeholders while
working collaboratively as part of a small, focused
team.
Previous experience
in ecology and the ability to apply ecological principles to
wetland environments.
Demonstrate a high
level of physical and mental resilience, as you will be
immersed in hands-on fieldwork within wetland
environments.
A positive attitude
and are comfortable spending extended periods wading through
water and mud, carrying field equipment, transporting gear via
kayak, and navigating challenging terrain in all weather
conditions.
An ability to manage
early morning starts, overnight fieldwork, and extended hours,
including occasional camping to support project
activities.
A willingness to
undertake manual tasks such as operating wetland regulators in
often challenging conditions.
Adaptability,
stamina, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, qualities




essential for success in this position.
Recent graduates and
candidates at the beginning of their career are encouraged to
apply.
What you
will need:
Tertiary degree
qualification (minimum) in Natural Resources Management,
Environmental Science or Biological Sciences is
essential.
Eligibility for this
position requires a valid Australian working visa.
Appointment will be
subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and South
Australian Working With Children Check.
Why you'll enjoy
working with the wetland team
The Murraylands and
Riverland Landscape Board oversees the sustainable management of
natural resources in South Australia's Murraylands and Riverland,
focusing on land, water, biodiversity and community
engagement.
The region provides an
inspirational backdrop of hundreds of unique wet landscapes for the
work of the organisation's wetland team.
The team works across more
than 100 wetland sites, delivering environmental water to sustain
and improve environmental conditions and conserve threatened native
species.
Recent highlights have included projects to reintroduce
locally extinct species including Murray crayfish and the Yarra
pygmy perch.
You'll also
benefit from:
Meaningful work that
aligns with your career goals - whether you're looking to lead,
grow, specialise, or take a new direction.
Tailored development
opportunities and flexible working arrangements that support
your individual circumstances, where operationally
possible.
Comprehensive
wellbeing support, including access to Employee Assistance
Programs and health and wellbeing initiatives.
Attractive and
competitive salary with annual increases.
Salary packaging
options to help you maximise your take-home pay.
Generous leave




entitlements to support work-life balance and personal
wellbeing.
All essential
equipment provided, including uniforms, mobile phones, laptops,
and access to fleet vehicles.
About the
Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board:
The Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board is a
statutory body with a focus on enhancing, conserving, and
sustaining the landscapes of our impressively diverse region.
Spanning vast natural environments and productive agricultural
lands, our foremost focus is to collaborate with the region's
communities across projects that empower people to be at the heart
of landscape management.
If you'd like to learn
more about who we are and what we do, follow the links
below:
Additional
Details:
Remuneration:
Classification PO1 $73,533 min - $89,764 max p.a
Term
contract: Contract until 30 June **** (Potential for
extension)
Future
opportunities: This recruitment process may be used to
fill vacancies and establish a merit list for future opportunities
for up to twelve months.
Enquiries
to:
For more information about
this opportunity, please contact:
Sam Hardy, Wetland
Ecologist
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.
3
pages) addressing the knowledge, skills, abilities and experience
(including qualifications) as outlined in the Position
Description.
The Murraylands and
Riverland Landscape Board 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: 03/08/2026 5:00 PM
Attachments:- P***** - Wetland Project Officer (PO1) - Role Description.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration.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.

📌 Wetland Project Officer (Murraylands) (South Australia)
🏢 Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board
📍 South Australia