Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.
THIS IS A 12-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION
(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN COLLIE
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 6 JANUARY 2025
Situated in the scenic South West region, the Wellington District is a popular destination for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. The region features world class tracks and trails including the Bibbulman Track and Munda Biddi Trail. The area is popular all year round with magnificent shows of some of the 300 species of colourful wildflowers every spring and over 70 bird species. You may even spot a unique animal such as a chuditch, quenda, quokka, brushtail possum, woylie or Western ringtail possum.
The South West Region’s key service deliverables include nature conservation, parks and visitor services, sustainable forest management, fire management, and land-use planning. This role will be based in the Wellington District, located at Collie.
We are currently seeking an Assistant Operations Officer to join our Wellington District Nature Conservation team.
Under immediate direction from the District Coordinator Conservation, you will:
- Assist with the delivery of conservation, parks and visitor services, sustainable forest management and fire management programs within the South West region.
- Liaise with district and regional personnel as appropriate, to achieve the organisation and implementation of allocated works programs.
- The position is focused on conservation activities but may operate across all the services within the district depending upon the development program engaged in and the operational needs of the district.
At DBCA, 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 demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
- Some knowledge (Level 1) and experience (Level 2) in working in natural land management or a closely related field or a related technical area, with a preference for some experience in conservation and parks and visitor services with knowledge of conservation and other land management issues.
- Broad understanding of the issues involved in planning and implementing works programs.
- Evidence of sound effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with an ability and willingness to work closely with community and special interest groups.
- Some proficiency in computer skills for word processing, spreadsheets and data processing with a preference for knowledge and experience with GPS and GIS applications.
About Us
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.
In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
Benefits of working with us
The department offers a broad range of benefits with some listed here:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- 11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
- Annual leave to be adjusted based on the position, e.g. 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 parenting leave.
- A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
- A National Park Entry Pass.
- Well-established learning and development programs.
For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.
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:
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a covering letter.
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a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages).
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current CV, including the details of two referees.
For further job-related information: contact Sharon Ferguson on 0429 013 486 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.
We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value 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 Western Australian "C" class drivers licence.
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: 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 contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.
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.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Senior 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.
