If you have an interest in working in Natural Resource Management, we have a rare opportunity that will see you adapt your existing work and life skills to support communities across the SA Arid Lands region. If you are a self-starter, have initiative, are passionate about the region, can do administrative tasks, are a team player that is keen to help others, and can be flexible to the changing nature of the role, consider applying. You may be someone with formal training in NRM or engagement, or someone with a keen interest and has skills and experience that are transferrable.

As a Community Landscape Support Officer, you will be motivated, have a sense of adventure, and relish the opportunity to be a valued team member. You are resourceful and are keen to support your peers to succeed. You will be joining a team of like-minded people, all with a passion and commitment for working alongside community to tackle challenges and embrace landscape management opportunities unique to this region.

About the role:

Key to this role will be supporting the Community Landscape Officers (CLOs) to deliver engagement activities across the region. This includes support and planning for events and workshops, assistance with meeting preparation and minute taking, vehicle management, logistics planning, and support for project delivery. It will provide a unique opportunity for on-the-job learning in community engagement and NRM, supporting CLOs as they work closely with community. There will also be opportunities to work across the business, gaining experience in supporting our ecology, sustainable agriculture and biosecurity programs. No two days are the same and this role provides many new opportunities and experiences.

You will be supporting the board's CLOs who lead and support community participation through the board's seven Landscape Groups. They also deliver activities, training and events and supporting the community to increase knowledge on NRM issues such as pest plant and animal control, and soil and water related matters. The CLO team have strong links with landholders, volunteer groups, community, First Nation groups, government organisations and industry to develop partnerships that achieve NRM outcomes.

This role is based in Port Augusta and requires regular travel into the region, including occasional weekend work, and remote overnight absences.

If you think you might be a good fit for this role, you are strongly encouraged to contact Cherie Sauer, Manager Partnerships and Community Engagement on 04•• ••• 119 or [email protected] to find out more.

Application Instructions:

A letter of application must be submitted and specifically address how you will achieve the Key Selection Criteria as detailed in the Position Description. Applications have to be submitted online and include the letter of application (max. 3 pages), a copy of your latest resume (including 3 current referees) and a pre-employment declaration.