THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION

THIS POSITION IS BASED ON ROTTNEST ISLAND (COMMUTING AS REQUIRED)
AND FREMANTLE 

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER 2026

Job Description

The Environment Officer plays a key role in the development, reviewing and reporting of the Rottnest Islands Conservation Management Strategies and the implementation of the associated research, monitoring and operational programs. The environment officer is responsible for:

• Development and implementation of conservation programs, which may include the Terrestrial Conservation Action Plan, Marine Conservation Action Plan, Weed management, and five-year revegetation plan
  
  
• Providing advice and support to the Manager (Conservation) and other specialist services covering conservation, protection and restoration of the reserves marine and terrestrial environment to meet statutory and strategic goals
  
  
• Coordinating fauna response and management
  
  
• Management of Operations Officers, work planning and activities

The Environment Officers are expected to regularly be on-island for 4 days per week.

At Rottnest Island Authority (RIA), we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be Leading Others to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total. Desirable criteria will be assessed as required.

1. Considerable understanding of, and experience in, the preparation and delivery of operational conservation management programs with a focus on wildlife management.
   
   
2. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and ability to liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders.
   
   
3. Proven ability to manage small projects including scoping, budget, and reporting, to deliver planned outputs within budget and timeframe.
   
   
4. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams including supervising and supporting team members to achieve results.
   
   
5. Applies and promotes the principles of equity, diversity and work health and safety in the workplace.

Desirable Criteria

1. A tertiary qualification in Environment management, Sustainability or equivalent.
   
   
2. Strong data management skills and ability to interpret relevant data and apply regulations and legislation.
   
   
3. Ability to follow directions to undertake research, develop and implement programs relating to wildlife management.
   
   
4. Knowledge and experience in GIS and data management software.

About Us

We are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.

For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.

Benefits of working with us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
• 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
• A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
• Well-established learning and development programs.

How to apply: 

All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:

• A statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages.
• Current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

For further job-related information: contact Michael Smith on 0419 897 960 or for further information about RIA, visit https://www.ria.wa.gov.au/.

We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:

• A current Working with Children Check.
• A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.

Eligibility: It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status. Only applicants who meet this eligibility requirement will be considered for this position.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au during the advertising period.

Substantive Equality Statement

RIA supports and values diversity and aims to build a workforce that is representative of the community we live in. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse background and people with disability. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

For adjustments required in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, please contact the selection panel convenor.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.