PRINCIPAL ADVISER, EDUCATION

Green Industries SA
Job reference: 667143
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About Us:

Green Industries SA (GISA) is an enabler and driver of change, supporting the development of the circular economy through diverse collaborations and partnerships which improve economic growth, productivity, resilience, resource efficiency and the environment in South Australia.

We seek to transform the way in which South Australians use and value resources using a zero-waste model to innovate, adapt and lead. We assist business to implement sustainable resource efficiency measures and increase productivity; provide funding for innovations which create new jobs in the circular economy for solutions to growing problematic waste streams; and undertake leading-edge work in the areas of disaster waste management, circular economy leadership education and waste infrastructure planning.

About the Role:

The Principal Adviser, Education is driven to influence community and householder behaviours in relation to recycling and waste avoidance. They will plan and lead the education and awareness raising activities for the agency, working with and supporting our stakeholders in state and local government, and the broader South Australian community.

Managing GISA’s community waste avoidance and recycling education activities to support the delivery of programs such as Which Bin? (GISA’s household waste and recycling education program) and Replace the Waste (GISA’s single-use plastic ban program) will be a key deliverable.

Providing expert advice to our stakeholders on the use of our programs and branded resources to improve recycling behaviours and build awareness and understanding of waste management systems will also be a priority.

We are looking for someone who can represent GISA in local government and other waste and sustainability forums to promote the use of the agency’s education programs will also be a key opportunity for the right candidate. They will also provide support for agency campaigns, events and projects that require broader community and local government education.

The ideal candidate will have existing deep connections to the waste, resource recovery and recycling industry and strong networks across state and local government.

Our Benefits include:

A meaningful and rewarding career in a purpose-driven organisation committed to sustainability and the circular economy

Ongoing learning and development opportunities available to all employees

Work life balance with flexible hybrid working arrangements, including work from home options

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Convenient CBD location
Application Instructions:

All applications must be submitted online via I Work For SA.

Applicants must submit a covering letter (maximum of four pages) relevant to the Technical, Professional Knowledge/Experience within the Role Description, together with a current resume.

Applications should include the name, email address, and contact number of three current referees.

Applicants must also submit a completed Pre-Employment Declaration as part of their application.


Applications close: 28/04/2026 6:00 PM


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.