Overview
Conservation Employee - Supervisor or Crew Leader, Yamatji Nation. Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions WA – Geraldton, WA. AWU GA, Level 3 or 4, $78,062 - $81,077 or $84,082 - $87,092 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 12-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY). THIS POSITION IS BASED IN GERALDTON. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 4 JUNE 2026.
The Midwest Region extends along the coast from Lancelin in the south to north of Carnarvon then inland past Meekatharra. The regional headquarters is in Geraldton. District offices are located at Geraldton, Jurien Bay and Denham, with District work centres at Monkey Mia, Burringurrah, Yulga Jinna, Gascoyne Junction, Kalbarri, Thundelarra, Cue, Cervantes and the Pinnacles. The lands and waters we manage with our Traditional Owner partners are varied and beautiful.
We currently have an opportunity for a Conservation Employee - Supervisor or Crew Leader - Yamatji Nation to join our team.
Under the direction of the Senior Works Coordinator, this position:
* Supervises and leads Yamatji Nation 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 Leadership Expectations which provide 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 criteria for the level being applied for; these should be addressed in no more than three 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 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)
* Sound knowledge and experience in undertaking projects and works programs to ensure they are planned and implemented in an efficient manner, including the 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)
DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, people from diverse backgrounds and women to apply. If you require adjustments in the recruitment process, please contact the Senior Recruitment Officer.
Benefits Of Working With Us
* Flexible working arrangements.
* 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
* District Allowance.
* Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
* Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
* Employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family.
* National Park Entry Pass.
* Learning and development programs.
* Free staff parking.
How to apply
All applications are to be submitted online. Select "Apply for job" and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a statement addressing the criteria (no more than three pages) and a current CV with two referees (one being a recent or current manager/supervisor).
For further job-related information, please contact Trevor Jones on 0439 002 *** or visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
* A current Working with Children Check.
* A current Western Australian MR and C class drivers licence.
Eligibility: Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required for permanent appointment. A visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia is required for contract employment. Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period.
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