Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) descent, identify as ATSI and be recognised as such by the ATSI community. Preference will be given to Noongar community members or approved Noongar applicants.
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.
THIS IS A FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION
(UNTIL 31 DECEMBER 2023 WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION)
THIS POSITION IS BASED AT ROTTNEST ISLAND
(COMMUTING BY FERRY)
THE APPLICATION CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION NOW CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 18 AUGUST 2022
THE JOB
Looking for an office with an incredible view and the opportunity to work on country on the beautiful A class reserve of Wadjemup/Rottnest Island. This role as a trainee ranger in the dynamic Environment, Heritage and Parks team will provide you with an opportunity to play a key role in managing and protecting the Island’s significant cultural and environmental values whilst developing a diverse range of skills and experiences unique to the Island
Would you like to travel to Rottnest Island every day for work?
With a supervisor and mentor, the Trainee Rangers will do a range of work looking after conservation estate on Noongar country. This includes animal and plant protection, construction and maintenance of park buildings and picnic areas, fencing, and support of tourism and recreation activities.
The successful applicants will undertake qualifications that will contribute towards a Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management. There will be a requirement to attend TAFE one day per week for 12 months and one cultural engagement day per semester.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
If you would like to know more about the program, information sessions will be held as follows:
Session 1
Monday, 8 August 2022
201 Beaufort Street, Perth
10:00am to 12:00pm
Session 2
Wednesday, 10 August 2022
Cannington Leisureplex, Corner of Wharf Street and Sevenoaks Street, Cannington
10:00am to 12:00pm
The information sessions will provide details of the work that you will be doing and how to apply for the job.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online via the 'Apply for Job' button below.
- Submit a resume that shows all of your work and life experiences, including what type of work you can do.
- Complete the online application questions. Your answers will assist us to determine your suitability for the role.
The successful applicants will be required to possess or obtain a current Working With Children Check card prior to commencement.
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.
For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Robbie Campbell on 0477 972 874, or for further information about the Rottnest Island Authority, please visit https://rottnestisland.com/.
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.
Substantive Equality Statement
Rottnest Island Authority 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.
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.
