Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN EXMOUTH
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 31 MARCH 2026
Job Description
Exmouth is one of the few areas in Australia that can boast the Reef to Range experience. Adjacent the Cape Range National Park, the diving and snorkelling paradise of Ningaloo Marine Park attracts thousands of tourists every year.
We currently have an opportunity for a Visitor Interpretation Officer to join our team.
Under the general direction of the District Parks and Visitor Services Coordinator:
- Coordinates the development and delivery of interpretive activities for national, marine and conservation parks in the Exmouth District including the planning, design and delivery of information and interpretative products.
- Coordinates and supports educational activities which promote the department’s message of environmental and cultural conservation including community awareness and appreciation of the department’s role in the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area.
- Builds strong networks with joint management partners, stakeholders, community and special interest groups through effective liaison and networking, to ensure support for the department’s goals in conservation and biodiversity protection.
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 be Leading Others 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.
- Demonstrated experience and competence in designing, developing and implementing projects, events and communication plans, across multiple work areas and programs, with a preference for creative interpretative and educational activities.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and oral communication skills with experience in communicating, liaising and negotiating positive outcomes both internally and with external organisations, stakeholders, the community, volunteers and special interest groups including Traditional Owners, to build effective networks, promote community support and involvement in collaborative interpretive projects and deliver native title aspirations.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in leading and managing teams, including preparing and implementing works programs through project management, scheduling work, setting goals, monitoring and reviewing progress and in estimating and managing project budgets.
- Evidence of displaying creativity in the workplace, demonstrated experience working effectively as part of a team and independently; and showing a high level of self-motivation.
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.
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.
- 5 days North West Leave per year.
- District Allowance.
- 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.
- An annual National Park Entry Pass.
- Well-established learning and development programs.
- Relocation and other allowances.
- Free staff parking.
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 covering letter.
-
A statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages).
-
A current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
For further job-related information: contact Paula Hart on 0497 839 706 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 Working with Children Check.
- A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
- 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.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
DBCA 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, including an alternative to applying online, 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.
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 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.
