Overview

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
Parks and Wildlife Service
Salary: $56,193 – $64,185 pa. (AWU Level 2) + super
Permanent, Full-time position
Ref: Position No. DBCA3165960

Note: a 5% pay increase will take effect when the new Agreement is registered with the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission

Bunbury has all the major benefits of city-living opportunities, facilities and attractions mixed into a beautiful seaside setting. Bunbury is one of Western Australia’s largest towns, a major port and business centre. Bunbury offers many nature-based attractions including fishing, swimming beaches and the Dolphin Discovery Centre in Koombana Bay.

We currently have an opportunity for a Conservation Employee to join our team.

Operating under direct supervision, you will participate in a range of activities related to land management including prescribed burning, bushfire suppression and control under Wellington District fire standing orders and roster, fauna and flora protection, construction and maintenance of visitor sites, tracks and trails, facilities and roads, support of tourism and recreational activities and the operation of associated machinery in the Kalgulup Regional Park and on occasions in the Wellington and Blackwood districts.

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.

Application Instructions

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

  • A covering letter using the criteria below as a guide to express your interest in being considered for selection for interview.
  • A current resume.

Selection Criteria

  1. Ability to participate in on-ground and field-based activities related to the maintenance and construction of recreation sites and visitor facilities, flora and fauna protection and fire suppression and control with a preference for someone who has an interest or experience in recreation and nature conservation management.
  2. Understanding and commitment to work, health and safety procedures and principles; be willing to wear prescribed safety equipment and work safely with certified chemicals.
  3. Physically fit for “on the ground” operational fire work and be able to pass the departmental fire fitness test.
  4. Be available for fire service consistent with the AWU (WA Public Sector) Award 1992 and any prevailing industrial agreements; plus, ongoing willingness and ability to participate in fire management activities that contribute to bushfire suppression and prescribed burning operations commensurate with capability, training and level of experience.
  5. Willingness and ability to work away from home, often for extended periods and in remote locations and be available for weekend work and irregular hours of work.
  6. Demonstrated literacy and numeracy skills including the ability to read and understand maps, and follow relevant guidelines, procedures, sections of Acts, policies and procedures in the work environment.
  7. Ability to liaise and interact in a positive manner, good communication and interpersonal skills and able to work effectively in a team and with limited supervision when required.
  8. Understanding of equity and diversity principles and practices.
  9. Experience in machine operations and or safe operation of chainsaws, brush cutters and common power tools. (Desirable)
  10. Fire-fighting experience and certification. (Desirable)
  11. Current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence (Essential) or Current ‘MR’ or ‘HR’ Class Driver’s Licence. (Desirable)
  12. Possess other skills or qualifications related to the position e.g. 1080 baiting certificate, firearms, animal trapping, accredited faller, first aid certificate, and common trade skills. (Desirable)

Visit the WA Government Jobs Board website at https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ (search for Position No. DBCA3165960) to submit your application online.

For further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

For further information about this position, please contact Joanna Hugues-dit-Ciles on (08) 9725 4300.

Closing date: Monday, 20 January 2025 at 12 Noon AWST (3pm AEDT). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.

 

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