Nursery Assistant

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 862372
Location: 5253 - MURRAY BRIDGE
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Multiple Positions:

About the Role:
The Nursery Assistant (Production and Sales) supports the day-to-day operations of the seed production program and wider nursery activities, working under the guidance of senior staff to assist with the propagation, care, and preparation of native plants.
The role also performs retail activities assisting customers with plant and product selections, providing advice, and responding to inquiries. The position also plays a key part in presenting and maintaining plants and nursery products to a high standard, along with supporting the general upkeep of the nursery and the display of garden beds.

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.
• Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: 
Contract for up to 12 Months

Essential Criteria (including qualifications):

• Is able to communicate horticultural knowledge clearly to the public.
• Ability to work effectively as a part of a team in a production environment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Some knowledge of horticultural practises, ideally in native plant production.
• Has a working knowledge of safe working practices relating to horticulture.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia.
• The incumbent may be required to work a mix of weekdays and weekends.
• Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
• This role requires candidates to provide a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which must be renewed every three years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.

A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) issued within the last 12 months. This information must be supplied by all applicants who are shortlisted for interview.

Remuneration: 
GSE2 $41.31 min - $41.73 max per hour inclusive 25% casual loading in lieu of annual leave and sick leave. 

Enquiries to:
Lexy Ryan, Team Leader, Commercial Services 
lexy.ryan@sa.gov.au
Ph: (08) 7424 5845

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV and complete the attached Nursery Assistant standard questions form. 

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: 29/11/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description GSE2 Nursery Assistant.pdf
- Standard questions for IWFSA - Nursery Assistant (GSE2) FINAL.pdf

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.