Senior Scientific Officer - Soils

Job Description

The Department for Environment and Water We are the Department for Environment and Water (DEW), an organisation that leads the way in conserving, sustaining, and creating prosperity for South Australia. We influence government decisions and deliver high-quality policy, programs, and assets that significantly affect the state's social, environmental, and economic well-being. We're passionate about inclusion, diversity, customer service, and achieving results, all through the means of innovative technology and strategic partnerships. About the Role: We currently have an exciting vacancy for a Senior Scientific Officer - Soils to join our innovative team within the Science and Information branch. The Senior Scientific Officer - Soils delivers scientific and strategic advice and services to support the ongoing achievement of DEW's strategic priorities involving the sustainable use and management of South Australia's soil and land resources. The position requires the ability to coordinate and deliver soil information projects and tasks that inform planning, implementation and management, and to ensure the continued development and integration of soil quality data and information, to underpin primary production, ecosystem services, economic and social values. The role will involve developing and maintaining effective partnerships with stakeholders within the Agency, across government, industry, community and research institutions. 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). Meaningful and rewarding career. Contract: Contract up to 31 December 2026 Essential Qualifications: A tertiary qualification in Agricultural Science, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or equivalent is essential. Special Conditions: May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties. May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel and work outside of the normal hours of work. A current class “C” driver’s licence is essential. Remuneration: PO3 - $101,285 min - $107,078 max p.a. 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 Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (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+. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr