The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions has considerable knowledge of the relationship between fire and the environment, which is underpinned by scientific research. This understanding allows the department to apply fire under prescribed conditions to help maintain the state’s biodiversity and to protect life, property and community values from the damaging impacts of bushfires.
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 9 APRIL 2019
Job Description
Under the minimal direction of the Manager Fire Policy and Planning:
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Develops/reviews and/or coordinates the development/review of fire risk assessments, regional fuel management plans, and prescribed burning programs, and supports regions to facilitate completion of this work.
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Applies best practice to fire management planning, having regard for the department’s fire management obligations.
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Provides sound advice and recommendations for fire planning processes, approaches, systems and technology used in the department.
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Coordinates the development of the department’s response on fire planning-related matters and engages in inter-agency liaison as required.
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.
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Substantial relevant experience in natural area fire management and the development of operational plans for bushfire risk mitigation, and in applying legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures to fire management issues.
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Evidence of high level interpersonal and oral communication skills and considerable experience in effective liaison and negotiation with other internal groups and external parties/agencies, with evidence of having used conceptual and analytical skills to respond to and resolve complex and detailed issues.
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Evidence of well-developed written communication skills, including the ability to use computer software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to prepare reports and make effective presentations to senior management.
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Demonstrated understanding and effective application of risk and project management principles.
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 Mike Meinema on (08) 9219 9233, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit www.dbca.wa.gov.au.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a written response addressing the above four (4) requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages) together with a current resume. Failure to do so may jeopardise the selection panel’s ability to make an assessment of your application.
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.