PSCA, Level 4 or 5, $95,782 – $100,526 or $105,167 – $114,938 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.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KALGOORLIE
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 11 MARCH 2026
Goldfields Region manages 8.6 million hectares of conservation reserves including national parks, conservation parks, nature reserves, timber reserves, State forest and former pastoral leases (proposed reserves). Staff within the region work with traditional owners in many of these reserves to help protect the natural and cultural values of the area and to ensure customary activities and traditional practices are maintained. Goldfields Region is also responsible for fire preparedness, weeds and feral animal control on 40.3 million hectares of unallocated Crown land and unmanaged reserves.
Kalgoorlie is the largest inland city in Western Australia, steeped with history and heritage. It remains a vibrant mining town and home to a young, family oriented and multicultural community. Kalgoorlie is a central hub for the arts, leisure and culture in regional WA. For more information about life in Kalgoorlie, visit https://www.ckb.wa.gov.au/our-city/move-to-kal.
We are seeking a Conservation Operations Officer to join our team.
Job Description
Under the general (Level 4) or limited (Level 5) supervision of the Regional Leader Conservation, this position:
* Reviews and assists in the preparation of advice for Environmental Impact Assessments, Land Use Planning proposals, clearing permits, other development proposals and operational conservation management works programs, such as fire and invasive species management.
* Contributes to the development and ongoing maintenance of regional conservation information and data management systems.
* Liaises and cooperates with a broad range of partners, proponents and agencies to achieve conservation outcomes in the Goldfields region.
* Participates in planning and implementing the conservation program with a particular emphasis on adaptive management processes and monitoring, to broaden the knowledge and understanding of biodiversity, threatened and priority species and threatening processes across the Goldfields region.
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 demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
* Demonstrated (Level 4) or considerable (Level 5) experience in undertaking environmental impact assessment on major infrastructure, mining and large-scale development projects, and applying technical and scientific knowledge to moderately complex biodiversity management issues arising from developments.
* Demonstrated (Level 4) or considerable (Level 5) knowledge and experience of threatening processes, conservation management, and in a broad range of either flora or fauna survey and monitoring techniques; with a preference at Level 5 for someone with knowledge of flora or fauna in Western Australia.
* Well‐developed (Level 4) or highly developed (Level 5) written communication skills, including demonstrated (Level 4) or considerable (Level 5) experience in collating and analysing data, managing datasets, and using computer skills for report writing, spreadsheets and creating databases, integrated with GIS applications for landscape mapping.
* Welldeveloped (Level 4) or highly developed (Level 5) interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience, knowledge, and skills in liaising effectively and working independently and as part of a team.
About Us
DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, provides 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.
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 programme (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
* An annual National Park Entry Pass.
* Well‐established learning and development programmes.
How to apply
* A covering letter.
* A statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four pages).
* Current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
For further job‐related information, contact Zee Azam on 0448 740 709 or 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.
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.
* 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.
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. 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. 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.
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