This position is based at Denham in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area which is home to a wonderland of world-class natural attractions including Francois Peron National Park, Dirk Hartog Island National Park, the Shark Bay Marine Park and the proposed Edel Land National Park
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.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN DENHAM
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 10 JULY 2020
Job Description
Under the immediate direction of the Marine Park Coordinator:
- Carries out programmed operational activities and field logistical support for the Shark Bay Marine Reserves; including maintenance and servicing of facilities, visitor control, commercial operator liaison and the delivery of conservation programs as directed.
- Assists in emergency response, marine fauna management and delivering education and interpretive programs.
- Undertakes compliance patrols, maintains and skippers departmental vessels and upkeep of equipment.
- Implements work programs consistent with departmental guidelines, policies and management plans.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria, including the desirable criterion where possible. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
- Ability to participate in (Grade 1) and implement (Grade 2) operational plans and works programs associated visitor management and natural resource management with an emphasis on the marine environment.
- Knowledge (Grade 1) and experience (Grade 2) in the logistics of vessels, and the operation and skippering of vessels up to 12 metres in length requiring a Coxswain Grade 1 (NSCV Near Coastal) or higher as a minimum certificate of competency with ability to attain (Grade 1) or hold with documented evidence (via a certified sea-service book) or equivalent (Grade 2) such a certificate.
- Good interpersonal skills with an ability for (Grade 1) or experience in (Grade 2): patrol and enforcement activities, and liaising with the public, commercial tourism operators, community groups, Indigenous groups, other government agencies and stakeholders.
- Physically fit. Be willing and able to undertake diving activities for the department and be able to pass a commercial dive medical (AS2299.1) annually.
- Hold as a minimum Rescue Diver qualification (or nationally accredited equivalent) or have documented occupational SCUBA diving experience. (Desirable)
Note: The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
AND
The successful applicant 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 Mr Luke Skinner on (08) 9948 2204, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit 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.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Workforce Diversity Consultant on (08) 9219 9828 or employeerelations@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.