The department employs seasonal Conservation Employees for general operations and fire suppression on lands it manages. In the role, employees will also be assisting in the protection and conservation of the state’s natural environment and improving visitor access in Western Australia’s National Park and reserves.
It is anticipated there will be a number of appointments from this pool and all appointments are by merit selection.
The department has a strong commitment to the employment of Aboriginal people and recognises that achievement of departmental responsibilities, functions and objectives can be attained and enhanced by the participation and contribution of Aboriginal people. Two appointments from this pool are initially reserved for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), as amended.
Appointments may be made from this process within a 12 months period to positions that may be full-time or part-time, permanent, casual, seasonal (with the possibility of re-appointment for subsequent seasons) or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
THIS RECRUITMENT POOL WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT POOL CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 7 AUGUST 2017
Job Description
Operating under direct supervision:
Participates in a range of activities relating to conservation, parks and wildlife work within the department including prescribed burning, bushfire suppression and control, fauna and flora protection, construction and maintenance of infrastructure, support of tourism and recreational activities and the operation of associated machinery.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria, including, where possible the desirable criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
-
Ability to participate in manual activities related to the maintenance and construction of departmental assets, flora and fauna protection and fire suppression and control with a preference for someone who has an interest or experience in recreation and nature conservation management.
-
Commitment to adhering to occupational health and safety procedures and principles; be willing to wear prescribed safety equipment and work safely with certified chemicals.
-
Experience in machine operations and or safe operation of chainsaws, brush cutters and common power tools. (Desirable)
-
Fire-fighting experience and certification. (Desirable)
For the full role description, including detailed responsibilities and a full list of criteria including those that are not required to be addressed in the application please refer to attached Job Description below.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Mr Simon Martin on (08) 9735 1988, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit www.dbca.wa.gov.au.
Application Instructions: For detailed assistance to ensure that you submit all of the required and appropriate information in your application, please ensure that you read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Word or PDF format.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.