Assessment and Compliance Officer

About the role

The Assessment and Compliance Officer contributes to the administration and implementation of the Landscape South Australia Act 2019, water affecting activities control policies and the advice given on established water resource allocation policies. The position is open to everyone and is advertised as a short-term contract.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to the administration and implementation of the Landscape South Australia Act 2019.
• Support water affecting activities control policies.
• Provide advice on established water resource allocation policies.

Required profile

• Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa allowing work in Australia.
• Nationally coordinated criminal history check (NCCHC); renewal costs covered by the department, and a current NCCHC is required of shortlisted applicants.
• Original photo ID and a current CV and letter of application (max 3 pages) covering essential criteria.
• Ability to work outside normal hours, undertake occasional overnight absences and possible intra- or interstate travel; may also take part in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities.

What we offer

• Salary of $82,212 to $86,180 per year (ASO4).
• Hybrid working with flexible options including work from home.
• Free entry to DEW-managed parks in South Australia.
• Salary sacrifice benefits, access to the Employee Assistance Program and the Fitness Passport Program.
• Contract for up to July 2027.

Applications close 11 November 2026 and are submitted online through the state's public sector portal, with a pre-employment declaration, CV and letter of application.