Conservation Employee – Overseer

AWUGA, Level 3, $66,851 – $69,517 p.a. plus 11.5% Superannuation

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

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 BUSSELTON

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT

MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 14 JANUARY 2025

Job Description

Busselton has twice been voted Western Australia’s Top Tourism Town. Nestled on the northern facing shores of beautiful Geographe Bay, this popular resort town offers an array of activities, attractions, tours and events.

We currently have an opportunity for a Conservation Employee – Overseer to join our team in the Blackwood District.

Under the direction of the Works Centre Coordinator, you will supervise and lead Conservation Employees and contractors in a range of activities related to the department’s works programs including conservation, parks and visitor services and fire management.

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 submit a cover letter using all following criteria as a guide to express their interest in being selected for interview. The interview process will also be used to assess these criteria and desirable criteria will be assessed as required.

• Ability to supervise and coach others in a range of work programs, identify training needs, conduct training as appropriate, and promote an environment of continuous learning.
• Ability to plan and implement works programs in an efficient manner, organize resources, determine day to day priorities, and ensure best practice work procedures and quality control measures are implemented.
• Physically fit for “on the ground” operational fire work and be able to pass the departmental fire fitness test.
• Be available for fire service consistent with the AWU (WA Public Sector) Award 1992 and any prevailing industrial agreements, including regular participation in fire availability rosters on weekends and out of hours; 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.
• Evidence of good writing skills including the ability to produce reports and programs and apply computer skills relevant to the requirements of the job.
• Experience in the construction and maintenance of infrastructure relevant to the department. (Desirable)

• Good oral and interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively in a team and under limited supervision with departmental employees and contractors.
• Ability to work with other parties, liaising and negotiating to achieve positive outcomes and ensuring all factors are taken into account before operational works commence.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of fauna, flora and hygiene management, and a sound understanding of the use of poisons, pesticides and herbicides.
• Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management or ability and willingness to acquire.
• Understanding of work health and safety, and equity and diversity principles and practices.
• Western Australian ‘MR’ and ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licences.
• Senior First Aid Certificate. (Desirable)
  
  
  

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.
• 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 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.
  
  
  

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 covering letter.
• current CV, including the details of two referees.
  
  
  

For further job-related information: contact Kane Goodwin on (08) 9752 5555 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.

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 in order 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 can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or [email protected] . 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.