PSCA, Level 4, $95,782 - $100,526 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 60-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION
(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 19 FEBRUARY 2026**
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions offers careers with security, balance, choice, flexibility and opportunity. Our Kensington site has free car parking, bike facilities, an on-site cafe, great health and lifestyle programs including on-site gym facilities.
We currently have an opportunity for a Project Officer (South West Native Title) to join our team.
Under direction from Coordinator SWNTS Planning, this role is responsible assisting with preparation and review of joint management plans in partnership with Traditional Owners, prepared under the Conservation and Land Management Act 1984 to enable formal joint management in the South West Native Title Settlement (SWNTS) area. This role includes:
* Assisting with spatial informing planning and consultation applicable to of the preparation of joint management plans for conservation estate in the SWNTS area.
* Assisting with the maintenance of information datasets, systems and techniques to support the department's joint management planning, policy development and management priorities.
* Contributing to information analysis, presentation and decision support for the department in entering formal joint management in the SWNTS area.
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
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages.
* Sound knowledge in working with Aboriginal people and organisations that helps to achieve positive outcomes for traditional owners.
* Relevant experience in working within a multidisciplinary team in the gathering of information for planning and management.
* Relevant experience in the identification, capture, processing, and analysis of complex information and data.
* Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including sound experience in research, analysis, problem solving, the production of reports and other products.
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.
* 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.
* Free staff parking.
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 three (3) 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 Ansell
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 motor vehicle 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.
As part of our strategy to increase the diversity of our workforce, Aboriginality is preferred for this position (refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), as amended). Aboriginal applicants who meet the selection criteria may be prioritised for appointment.
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.