The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is committed to promoting biodiversity and conservation to enrich people’s lives, through sustainable management of Western Australia’s species, ecosystems, lands and the attractions in the department’s care.
The town of Narrogin is located approximately 200km southeast of Perth in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The area boasts incredible natural assets within its Mediterranean climate, as well as picturesque rural landscapes, which support a diverse agricultural economy. Situated near the Dryandra Woodland National Park, locals and visitors alike can explore and enjoy nature-based recreation opportunities, and the town offers rural living with great services including a range of schools, health services and local businesses.
As the Wheatbelt Regional Manager you will lead a dedicated team working collaboratively with Traditional Owners and key stakeholders in managing 1.1 million hectares of conservation estate across the region. This is a great opportunity to connect with and contribute to a regional Western Australian community.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN NARROGIN ORALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS MAY BE CONSIDERED BY NEGOTIATION
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 27 OCTOBER 2025
More than just a job
- Lead by example and make a real difference to regional communities and the environment.
- This is one of the most wide-ranging and diverse roles in the Western Australian public sector.
- Immerse yourself in some of the most inspiring, challenging and unique landscapes in the world!
Our team
The Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions manages over 34 million hectares of national parks, marine parks, conservation reserves, State forests and other reserves throughout Western Australia. In addition, we are responsible for the management of fire mitigation, weeds and feral animals on another 91 million hectares of unallocated Crown land.
- We embrace the diversity and breadth of our team’s life experiences and professional skills to deliver practical and quality outcomes.
- We work as a team in some of Australia’s most beautiful and internationally recognised parks and reserves.
- We help conserve plants, animals, ecosystems and cultural heritage and help provide unique visitor experiences for all to enjoy.
- We work closely with Traditional Owners through cooperative and joint management arrangements.
- We carry out fire management, threatened species conservation, land and infrastructure management, nature-based tourism and education programs.
About this role
As Regional Manager Wheatbelt you will:
- Support and nurture a culture of safety, teamwork, comradery, professionalism and instil a can-do attitude in your team.
- Oversee the management of over 1.1 million hectares of conservation estate and provide leadership, support and guidance to approximately 40 staff.
- Lead and support extensive engagement with Traditional Owners, key stakeholders, and leaders in regional communities.
- Ensure that service delivery aligns with complex and diverse strategic and business priorities.
- Oversee fire and visitor risk programs and incident management, as well as participate in a rostered duty officer role.
The Regional Manager Wheatbelt is one of nine regional managers across Western Australia that support the Executive Director Regional and Fire Management Services to deliver integrated frontline and operational services and programs across the State.
At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (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 a Multiple Area Leader to help drive positive change.
Equity and diversity
- We embrace diversity and consider that the best services come from varied viewpoints encouraged every day.
- We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce.
- We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and ages, and people with disability.
The benefits
- 5% annual leave loading (capped at Level 8.1).
- Annual leave (4 weeks).
- Employee superannuation contributions of 11%.
- Generous personal leave entitlements (10 days per annum).
- Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders employees.
- 3 Additional Public Service Holiday in Lieu Days leave per year.
- Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services (6 sessions per year).
- Salary packaging options (conditions apply).
- Career development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
To be successful in this role we are looking for someone with:
- Evidence of empowering leadership experience in a large multidisciplinary team and substantial competence in long term planning and financial and risk management.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated skills in stakeholder engagement and management with Traditional Owners and with other leaders working for and in regional communities.
- Extensive experience in the field of natural land and resource management including conservation, fire management and parks and visitor services.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position.
If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don’t necessarily align with key criteria in the job description, we encourage you to contact the listed staff member to discuss further. There may be other opportunities where you may be the right candidate to join our department in other roles.
Applying for this Job
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
- A current resume detailing your experience, skills and achievements relevant to the role with details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
- A written response addressing the three (3) requested criteria in the attached JDF in no more than three (3) pages.
If you have any access or communication needs to allow you to better participate in this process, please contact our Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 98***or via email at ***********@dbca.wa.gov.au.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
To be eligible for this role you are required to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. You will also be required to possess or obtain a current (not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
For further information regarding this job please contact Jason Foster, Executive Director Regional and Fire Management Services, on (08) 9219 9***.
Any late submissions on or after midday will not be accepted.
Attachments: - DBCA Job Application Form.docx
- DBCA Job Application Kit.docx
- Job Description Form DBCA0211576.pdf
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📌 Regional Manager Wheatbelt
🏢 Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions WA
📍 Narrogin