Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 708304
Location: REGENCY PARK
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About the Role:
The Geophysical Logging Operator will be responsible for conducting geophysical logging, collecting subsurface data, and ensuring the quality and accuracy of geophysical measurements. The incumbent will contribute to a wide range of projects, including water supply investigation, environmental assessments, and maintenance of existing infrastructure. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting logging operations in various environments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational protocols. Operating and maintaining geophysical logging equipment, including tools for measuring natural gamma radiation, resistivity, density, and porosity is a key component of this role. The Geophysical Logging Operator also collaborates with geologists, engineers and team members to support project objectives.
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:
Up to 30 June 2027.
Essential Qualifications
A qualification in the engineering, natural resources, science or geosciences disciplines or equivalent.
Special Conditions:
* May be required to participate in fire management and associated duties.
* Some intrastate travel requiring overnight absence may be required.
* Out of hours work will be required.
* Must be willing to obtain the required licenses to safely operate plant and equipment.
* Current, radioactive handlers license (or the ability to obtain).
* This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. By applying for this role you consent to being screened under the process of obtaining a National Police Clearance (NPC), and to the Department requiring you to obtain a National Police Clearance (NPC).
Remuneration:
TGO2 $75,240 min - $79,880 max p.a.
Enquiries to:
Lahra Lanigan, Geophysicist
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 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+.
Applications close: 18/11/2025 11:00 PM