The Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre offers an experience which enriches and enhances the visitors’ appreciation and understanding of the natural and cultural values of the Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN NAMBUNG NATIONAL PARK
THE APPLICATION CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 27 AUGUST 2024
Job Description
Under the general direction of the Parks and Visitor Services Coordinator:
- Manages the day-to-day management, marketing and profitable operation of the Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre and Gallery.
- Responsible for all aspects of visitor management, visitor safety and the provision of high-quality interpretative activities.
The Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre and Gallery (PDD) is a self-funding business enterprise owned by the department, intended to offer an experience which enriches and enhances the visitors’ appreciation and understanding of the natural values of the Nambung National Park (the park). All retail revenue is returned to the management of the PDD and visitor services in the park.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
- Experience and an understanding of the issues involved in managing a tourism/retail enterprise including understanding issues of visitor centre operations, staff and facility maintenance.
- Evidence of well-developed interpersonal skills and experience in liaising, consulting and negotiating with businesses, commercial tourism operators and the general public to deliver a positive and effective tourism experience.
- Experience in contributing to business development and marketing strategies and applying financial management skills to a business enterprise.
- Experience in supervising, managing and training others and working as part of a team.
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.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the attached Job Description below. The documents attached 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.
For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Stephen Voss on (08) 9688 6000, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit https://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 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.
