Under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginality is a genuine requirement for this position with preference given to Yued community members or approved Yued applicants.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN JURIEN BAY OR CERVANTES
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 6 OCTOBER 2023
THE JOB
Are you passionate about the environment, want to work on Country and motivated to undertake training opportunities?
With a supervisor, the Rangers Assistant will do a range of work looking after conservation estate on Yued country. This includes animal and plant protection, construction and maintenance of park buildings and picnic areas, fencing, fire-fighting and control and support of tourism and recreation activities.
The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to undertake qualifications that will contribute towards a Certificate II or higher in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
HOW TO APPLY
- Submit a resume that shows all of your work and life experiences, including what type of work you can do.
- Complete the application form. Your answers will assist us to assess your application for interview.
If you are handing in your resume at the local DBCA office, make sure you have completed the application form and attach it to your resume.
You can email Recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au or post your application to the Recruitment Officer, People Services Branch, Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, Locked Bag 104, BENTLEY DC WA 6983. Please mark your envelope - "Confidential -Vacancy Application".
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.
The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current Working with Children Check 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.
Contact David Henke on 0427 424 735 for more information about this position. For further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.
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.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Employment and 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.
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.
