AWUGA, Level 3 or 4, $75,422 - $78,333 or $81,239 - $84,144 p.a. plus District Allowance plus 12% Superannuation
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 GERALDTON
**APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 30 JANUARY 2026
Job Description**
Geraldton boasts a beautiful coastline, a great climate and lifestyle and all of the amenities of a regional city centre. It is an ideal base for exploring the many spectacular natural and cultural features of the Midwest Region of Western Australia.
We currently have an opportunity for a Conservation Employee - Supervisor or Crew Leader to join our team.
Under the direction of the Senior Works Coordinator, this position:
* Supervises and leads Aboriginal Rangers, Conservation Employees and contractors in a range of activities related to the department's works programs including asset maintenance, fire management, conservation, parks and visitor services (PVS) and joint management including remote and overnight work.
* Provides specialist construction advice, quality control/assurance, planning to implement construction and maintenance works in the Murchison District/Midwest Region.
* Develops, plans, organises, and implements on ground conservation and PVS projects throughout the Murchison District.
* Undertakes an active role in incident and fire management activities.
* Supports identification of training needs for employees to ensure safe and effective works.
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 Others to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following three (3) criteria for the level being applied for: including where possible the desirable criterion as appropriate. These should be addressed in no more than a total of three (3) pages.
* Ability to supervise and coach others (AWU Level 3) or demonstrated ability to lead and supervise others (AWU Level 4) in a range of work programs, identify training needs, conduct training as appropriate, and promote an environment of continuous learning; with a preference for someone with experience working with Aboriginal people and/or an awareness of Aboriginal culture.
* Ability to plan and implement works programs in an efficient manner, organise resources, determine day to day priorities and ensure best practice quality control measures are achieved. (AWU Level 3)
or
Sound knowledge and experience in undertaking projects and works programs to ensure they are planned and implemented in an efficient manner, which includes an ability to determine and set priorities, organise resources and ensure best practice and quality control measures are implemented. (AWU Level 4)
* Experience in the construction and maintenance of infrastructure relevant to the department. (AWU Level 4) (Desirable at AWU Level 3)
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.
* 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. 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 statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages).
* A current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
For further job-related information:
contact
Patrick Egerton-Green
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, as
late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
* A current Working with Children Check.
* A current Western Australian "C" class drivers licence.
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 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, 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.