PSCA, Level 4, $95,782 – $100,526 p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.
THE APPLICATION CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POOL CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 23 MARCH 2026.
The Regional and Fire Management Services Division's Operational Training Unit (OTU) designs, delivers and records operational training to meet the needs of the agency with a strong focus on regional delivery. The OTU also maintains the department's capacity to offer nationally recognised training, eLearning solutions and accurate training records.
Mentored Aboriginal Training Employment Scheme (MATES) Training Support Officer
Under the general direction of the Coordinator MATES, this position:
* Case manages and delivers nationally accredited Conservation and Ecosystem Management (CEM) qualifications through training and assessment.
* Mentors Aboriginal trainees throughout their qualification pathways, working collaboratively with workplace supervisors to support on‐job learning and facilitating Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skill development.
* Facilitates operational training.
* Maintains effective liaison with external Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
* Ensures compliance with ASQA Standards for RTOs.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following three (3) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.
* Demonstrated experience in mentoring employees and delivering training, preferably for Aboriginal employees and nationally accredited programs, including identifying individual training needs and resolving training gaps.
* Evidence of ability to liaise and negotiate effectively with stakeholders, including supervisors, management, and training providers, to ensure successful training delivery.
* Practical experience supervising on‐ground conservation and land management activities in a natural resource setting.
The following essential criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
* Well‐developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills tailored for differing audiences and demonstrated proficiency in using computer software for reports and presentations.
* Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or ability to acquire within 6 months) and Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management (or ability to acquire) as a minimum and/or Bachelor‐level qualification in Education, Conservation and Ecological Management or related field.
* Ongoing willingness and ability to participate in fire management activities that contribute to bushfire suppression and prescribed burning operations commensurate with capability, capacity, training and level of experience.
* Ability to travel and stay overnight, away from home, frequently throughout the State.
* Understanding of Work Health and Safety and equity and diversity principles and practices.
Benefits of Working With Us
* Flexible working arrangements.
* 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
* 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
* District Allowance.
* 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.
* A covering letter.
* A statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages).
* Current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
Application Contact
For further job‐related information: contact Chery Ehlers on 0428 760 406.
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.
Pre‐employment Requirement
* A current Western Australian "C" class drivers licence.
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
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, including an alternative to applying online, 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.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Appointments may be made from this process within a 12‐month period to positions that may be permanent, contract or casual, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
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