PSCA, Level 4, $95,782 - $100,526 p.a. plus District Allowance, Air Conditioning 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 KUNUNURRA
**APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 9 FEBRUARY 2026
Job Description**
Are you passionate about flora conservation? Do you want to live and work in one of Australia's last remaining biodiversity strongholds? Then do we have the job for you
As the Conservation Operations Officer – Flora, you will work with a small, well-resourced team of like-minded people to implement monitoring and research projects across Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) managed protected areas in the Kimberley.
This role will take you by land, sea and air to some of the most breathtaking places in the Kimberley as you work across a network of monitoring sites to evaluate the effectiveness of DBCA terrestrial threat management programs and other related flora research projects.
In addition to the salary range and benefits mentioned above, there are generous leave and working entitlements such as flexi-time, time off in lieu, overtime, annual air fare travel concession after 12 months of service, rental subsidy or Home Ownership Subsidy Scheme (subject to availability), and relocation assistance (for eligible applicants). Additionally, there are ongoing training and development opportunities.
Our ideal candidate will have:
* Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with threatening processes and threatened flora conservation and management in northern Australia.
* Demonstrated experience in various flora survey, monitoring and identification techniques.
* Demonstrated experience in collecting, collating and analysing data, managing datasets, report and scientific paper writing, and GIS.
* Demonstrated experience working in remote locations, working effectively as part of a team and independently, showing high self-motivation and good fitness.
* The ability and willingness to work with Traditional Owners to deliver Native Title aspirations and goals through joint management, cooperation, or collaborative arrangements.
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 five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than five (5) pages in total.
* Demonstrated knowledge of and experience of threatening processes, flora conservation and management, with a preference for someone with knowledge of flora in northern Australia.
* Demonstrated experience in a broad range of flora survey and monitoring techniques.
* Demonstrated 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.
* Experience, knowledge, and skills in leading and managing teams in remote locations, working effectively as part of a team and independently; showing a high level of self-motivation, and organising and implementing works programs.
* An ability and willingness to work with traditional owners to deliver Native Title aspirations and goals through joint management, cooperation, or collaborative arrangements.
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.
* 5 days North West Leave per year.
* 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:
* a covering letter.
* 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
Ben Corey
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 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. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.
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.