Living Collection Support Officer

Unlock Your Passion for Botanical Science: Join Us!

Are you ready to dive deep into the fascinating world of plants? We are seeking a dedicated botanic gardens horticulturalist with strong project management skills to join our dynamic team at the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium.

What You'll Do:

• Curatorial Excellence: Support the refresh and delivery of our systems and processes for living plant curation.
• Research Support: Assist in ground-breaking research, knowledge and horticultural activities, contributing to innovative projects that expand our use and understanding of plants.
• Collaborate & Innovate: Work closely with the Horticulturalists, Curators, Senior Scientific Officers, Botanists and event producers and contractors, to enhance our program delivery and site management strategies.
• Events & Growth: Engage in event and site activation support activities and projects.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the Forefront of Science: Contribute to critical projects that impact conservation, biodiversity and urban greening in South Australia.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborate with passionate experts in a culture of learning and innovation.
• Career Development: Opportunities for growth and professional development in a field that’s always evolving.

Who You Are:

• A detail-oriented professional with a passion for plants and collections.
• Skilled in project management, curatorial practices and event site support.
• Eager to make a difference.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re excited about preserving our natural heritage and enhancing knowledge in the field botanical and horticultural science, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join us in our mission to celebrate and protect South Australia’s rich biodiversity and green landscape.

Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA 855382

Applications close: 06/09/2026 11:00 PM

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+.