Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: ******
Location: **** - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneAbout the Role:
The Biodiversity Coordination Unit (BCU), within the
Conservation and Wildlife Branch, is responsible for the
preparation of the Biodiversity Act and the undertaking of targeted
action using evidence-based priorities and communicating these.
The
BCU Coordinator is responsible for providing high level program
development, planning and coordination for the BCU.
The role has a
priority focus on providing strategic thought leadership to inform
the direction of the forward plan for biodiversity initiatives,
providing executive support and coordination for the internal
steering committee and external panel of experts that guide the
strategy, and project management and coordination to ensure
delivery of the program.
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: Temporary Backfill Contract up to 6
months
Desirable Qualifications:
An appropriate degree/qualification in natural resources
management, project management, business management or similar
is desirable.
Experience working with Aboriginal Communities.
Special Conditions:
May be required to participate in emergency preparedness,




response and recovery activities required by government
agencies.
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.
Willingness and ability to safely operate a 4WD.
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: ASO7 ($116,089 min - $125,490
max) p.a.
Enquiries to:
Jennifer Pitman, Manager, Conservation & Threatened
Species
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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
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: 03/09/2026 11:00 PM
Attachments:- ASO7 P***** Biodiversity Coordination Unit Coordinator-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 versatile working arrangements for this role.

📌 Biodiversity Coordination Unit Coordinator (Adelaide)
🏢 Department for Environment and Water
📍 Adelaide