Site Interpreter - Multiple

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 864464
Location: 5271 - NARACOORTE
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:
The Site Interpreter contributes to the delivery of interpreted guided cave tours to the general public and educational programs for schools. Also incorporated in the position is site management functions including accommodation and campground servicing, adventure caving activities at the Naracoorte Caves and hosted tours and educational services at the Tantanoola Caves.

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):

• A current class ‘C’ driver’s licence is essential and a willingness and ability to operate a 4wd is highly desirable.

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.
• Located at either the Naracoorte Caves National Park and/or Tantanoola Caves Conservation Park.
• Required to work a roster including weekends and public holidays. Hours of work vary according to the operational needs of the business centre and the incumbent may be required to work at short notice.
• A current first aid certificate is highly desirable.
• The Department for Environment and Water is committed to providing a safe environment to all children and young people who access our services and visit our sites.  This role requires candidates to provide a valid Working with Children Check which must be renewed every five years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.
• 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.
• Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
• 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 without restrictions.

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: 
GSE3 $42.15 min - $42.59 max per hour, inclusive 25% casual loading in lieu of annual leave and sick leave.

Enquiries to:
Thomas Shortt, Site Manager Naracoorte & Tantanoola Caves
thomas.shortt@sa.gov.au
Mobile: 0438 778 910

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online and should include:

• CV (including two referees)
• Pre-employment Declaration (essential)
• Current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Complete the Site Interpreter Questions

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.pdf
- Role Description GSE3 Site Interpreter.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.