Department for Environment and Water
Job reference:
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Location:
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Job status:
Long Term Contract
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone
About the Role:
The Senior Ecological Modeller undertakes quantitative
ecological modelling and data analyses, and provides professional
ecological advice and services to inform environmental decision
making in South Australia.
The role develops and maintains robust
partnerships both within and outside the Agency, to inform
planning, implementation and evaluation of DEW policy and programs
that require ecological input.
The role requires a sound and broad
understanding of applied conservation and restoration ecology and
prioritisation.
The role also undertakes priority environmental
projects and analyses as 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.
Hybrid working model with flexible working options
including work from home available to promote work life
balance.
Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
Meaningful and rewarding career.
Contract:
Contract for up to 12 months.
Essential Criteria (including
qualifications):
A degree in setting, conservation or related Natural
Resource Management discipline, and relevant higher
qualification(s) or extensive relevant discipline experience is
essential.
A current class "C" driver's licence and willingness to
undertake 4wd training is essential.
Special Conditions:
May be required to participate in responses to state
emergencies or associated duties.




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.
May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel,
occasional overnight absences, and work outside of the normal
hours of work.
A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the
Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an
original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid
Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) issued within
the last 12 months.
This information must be supplied by all
applicants who are shortlisted for interview.
Remuneration:
PO3 $108,087 min - $115,936 max p.a.
Enquiries to:
Andrew West, Team Leader and Principal Advisor Ecosystem and
Landscape Analytics
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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. 3 pages) addressing the Essential
and Desirable Criteria (including qualifications) as outlined in
the Role Description.
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:
23/07/2026 11:00 PM
Attachments:
- PO3 Senior Ecological Modeller - RD.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.

📌 Senior Ecological Modeller (South Australia)
🏢 Department for Environment and Water
📍 South Australia