About us
The South Eastern Water Conservation and Drainage Board ( the Board ) has a key goal of managing the South East (SE) Drainage Network and infrastructure to retain water and manage flows to benefit primary production, connected water systems and wetlands. This requires water regimes to be sustainably managed across both the upper and lower south east through optimal management, operations and maintenance of drains, channels and flood ways.

The Opportunity
A rare and exciting opportunity to join a revitalised team in the South East region of South Australia to manage the SE drainage network.

The Environmental Manager will provide leadership and scientific expertise to manage and regulate water in the drainage network. With expertise in environmental water, vegetation and wetland management you will determine and implement the operating regimes of drainage infrastructure and report on the environmental and hydrological monitoring objectives of the Board.  You will lead a small team of technical officers and:

• Undertake project and systems planning, design and project and systems planning, design and implementation to manage and monitor wetland and wetland environments
• Perform environmental assessments and make decisions on private works and occupational applications; and
• Ensure the application of the Board policies are appropriately considered in the operations of the drainage network.

About You
You will bring your extensive experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of ecological, hydrological or natural resource management plans and programs.

Your program management skills and experience combined with your contemporary expertise in wetland, environmental water requirements and vegetation management will be vital to succeeding in this role.

It is essential that you hold a degree in ecology, natural resource management or environmental science, and a post-graduate qualification in Hydrology will be highly regarded.

You will appreciate the nuances of working in a regional environment, be a team player and have the ability to work across teams to achieve the desired outcomes.

If this sound like you download the full role description and apply by submitting your written application via the iworkforsa link below.

What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental and heritage 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 2 years.

Special Conditions:
Role is based in Millicent however consideration may be given to other locations within the region.

• A current National Police Clearance is essential.
• A current class C driver's licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• May be required to travel in light aircraft.
• A protective uniform will be required to be worn on construction sites.
• May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.

Remuneration:
PO3 $99,788 min - $105,495 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
David Williamson, Manager, Drainage Operations
[email protected]
0427 838 471

For further information about the role please visit iworkfor.sa.gov.au

Applications to: I Work for SA  - Vacancy No 558951

Applications Close: 11pm, 15 November 2023

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+.