Employer : Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions WA–Collie WA
Contract, Full time
Opened 13 days ago
Closes 23 December 2024
Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN COLLIE
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 6 JANUARY 2025
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.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
1. Some knowledge (Level 1) and experience (Level 2) in working in natural land management or a closely related field, with a preference for some experience in conservation and parks and visitor services.
2. Broad understanding of the issues involved in planning and implementing works programs.
3. Evidence of sound effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with an ability and willingness to work closely with community and special interest groups.
4. 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.
In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including :
* 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.
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 :
* a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages).
* current CV, including the details of two referees.
For further job-related information : contact Sharon Ferguson on 0429 013
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.
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.
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