Program Leader - Forest Assessment and Monitoring
Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions WA – Manjimup WA
Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 5 JANUARY
Forest Management Branch plays a critical role in shaping the sustainable future of WA's native forests by modelling forest resources, planning ecological thinning, and supporting forest operations. Through advanced remote sensing, natural resource inventories, and disease mapping, FMB monitors forest health across the Southwest. It delivers strategic and operational planning, maintains silvicultural records, and provides expert policy advice and corporate information services—ensuring forest management is guided by science, precision, and long‑term vision.
We currently have an opportunity for a Program Leader – Forest Assessment and Monitoring to join our team.
This position leads and coordinates the development and implementation of programs acquiring, analysing and maintaining multi‑resource inventory, vegetation condition and disturbance / treatment datasets and information to service native forest planning, management and reporting on Department‑managed lands.
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 Leading Leaders to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
* Considerable knowledge and demonstrated experience leading one or more of the following: multi‑resource inventories in natural forest ecosystems; application of remote sensing and ground‑based sampling to service forest planning and monitoring of natural vegetation change; measurement of forest carbon changes; applied forest growth modelling.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams, with ability to work under pressure and within timelines.
* Experience in data analysis and data management skills as applied to forest inventory, growth and monitoring.
* Demonstrated ability to independently undertake complex project work with limited direction and deliver practical outcomes within deadlines.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience providing scientific advice and preparation of reports to publication standard.
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
* 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.
* 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 statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than five (5) pages).
* Current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager / supervisor.
For further job‑related information:
contact John Ipsen
on or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit
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, aslate, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
* A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
Eligibility
To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.
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 or
* 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 .
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.
Attachments
* DBCA Job Application Form.docx
* DBCA Job Application Kit.docx
* Job Description Form DBCA .pdf
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