The Marine Science Program ensures the department’s marine biodiversity conservation and management programs are based on best practice science. The program facilitates and undertakes research and monitoring to improve the scientific basis for the conservation and management of Western Australia’s marine reserves and threatened and specially protected marine fauna.
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 RECRUITMENT POOL WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS
THIS POOL WILL PRIMARILY BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 13 APRIL 2021
Job Description
Undertakes designated marine research and monitoring, evaluation and reporting for the conservation of Western Australia’s marine biodiversity, with a particular focus on marine reserves, under the immediate supervision (SCL1) or general direction (SCL2) of senior staff.
Provides expert scientific advice on these matters.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following seven (7) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
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Degree in marine biological science from a recognised university, or an approved equivalent qualification (Essential), with a post-graduate qualification and experience in marine science (Desirable).
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Demonstrated (SCL1) or considerable (SCL2) experience conducting research and/or monitoring on benthic/coastal ecosystems and/or environmental/oceanographic processes (Essential).
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Demonstrated (SCL1) or considerable (SCL2) experience in spatial analysis techniques and statistics, including the analysis of remotely sensed products using relevant software (e.g. ArcGIS, R, Matlab) (Essential).
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Demonstrated (SCL1) or considerable (SCL2) database, data analysis and advanced science writing skills, with a record of publishing marine science in peer-reviewed journals (Essential).
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A strong understanding of concepts relating to ecological monitoring (SCL1) and experience implementing and communicating them in a workplace environment (SCL2) (Essential).
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Broad knowledge of marine biodiversity in Western Australia (Essential), and knowledge of (SCL1) or experience working in (SCL2) marine biodiversity conservation and management (Desirable).
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Rescue SCUBA diving qualification or equivalent (Essential) or ADAS Restricted Occupational SCUBA to 30m qualification (Part 1) (AS2815.6) (Desirable).
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to attached Job Description below. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. To be eligible for fixed-term appointments, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Dr Tom Holmes on (08) 9219 9769, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
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. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) is sincerely committed to its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2017-2020 and ensuring that people with disability have the same opportunities as other people to obtain and maintain employment with DBCA. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the criteria for the position apply. DBCA may utilise Section 66R of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) to prioritise the appointment of a person with a disability from this process.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
