PSCA, Level 4, $95,782 – $100,526 p.a. plus 12 % superannuation.
Permanent, full‐time position based in Narrogin, Wheatbelt Region, near the Dryandra Woodland and Barna Mia animal sanctuary.
Responsibilities
* Organise and implement operations, works programmes, activities and capital projects across the Wheatbelt.
* Manage day‐to‐day operations of parks and visitor services, including road maintenance, visitor risk management and the Barna Mia Nocturnal Wildlife Experience, eco‐education programmes and encouragement of Dryandra Woodland visitation.
* Monitor and prepare operations reports, assist with budget preparation and expenditure.
* Liaise with community, key stakeholders and community groups in a positive and informed manner.
* Undertake an active role in prescribed burning and bushfire suppression operations.
Selection Criteria
* Experience in the organisation and operational implementation of works programmes associated with natural land management or a closely related area, plus knowledge of project management in natural settings.
* Evidence of well‐developed interpersonal and oral communication skills with experience in liaising efficiently with external organisations, government agencies, community and special‐interest groups.
* Experience, knowledge and skills in leading and managing teams, working effectively as part of a team and independently, and demonstrating high self‐motivation.
* Experience in infrastructure development and maintenance, and budget preparation, control and expenditure of allocated work projects.
Eligibility & Equality Statement
To be eligible for permanent appointment, applicants must have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.
DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in recruitment processes and the workplace.
Benefits
* 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‐care and parental leave.
* Confidential employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
* An annual National Park Entry Pass.
* Well‐established learning and development programmes.
* Free staff parking.
Pre‐commissioning Requirements
* A current Working with Children Check.
* A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
* A current Western Australian C class driver's licence.
Application Process
All applications must be submitted online; applications should include a covering letter, a statement addressing the selection criteria (in no more than four pages) and a current CV with details of two referees, one of whom must be a recent or current manager or supervisor.
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