PSCA, Level 6, $120,457 - $132,753 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 BROOME
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 26 MARCH 2026
Job Description
Stretching from the Pilbara Region in the south to the Northern Territory border in the east, the Kimberley Region manages over 3,800,000 hectares of land and water on behalf of the Western Australian community. Visitor highlights include Purnululu, Windjana Gorge, Geikie Gorge and Tunnel Creek national parks, as well as world class marine-based experiences including Horizontal Falls and Montgomery Reef.
The region has two major work centres: one in Broome which accommodates the regional office and West Kimberley District; the other in Kununurra (East Kimberley District).
We currently have an opportunity for an Operations Manager - Marine Parks to join our team.
Under the minimal direction of the District Manager, this position is responsible for:
* Leading and implementing key marine priorities and marine works programs, determining standards and ensuring all activities are compatible with departmental and service objectives and management responsibilities.
* Leading and managing staff and ensuring a close liaison and working relationship occurs across district and regional staff and specialist branches, to provide for an integrated and effective delivery of services; including the Kimberley vessel team.
* Responsible for internal and external liaison with joint management partners, stakeholders and the community with regard to the district's service programs.
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
* Substantial experience in natural resource management including environmental, recreational, and reserve management, and having an understanding of the threats to biodiversity and cultural values, with a primary responsibility for the West Kimberley District marine parks.
* Considerable experience of high-level leadership, supervisory, organisational, works program planning, and human resource management skills; including a demonstrated ability to promote staff development, deal with contentious issues and improve performance, empowering staff to achieve agreed outcomes.
* Evidence of high-level oral communication and interpersonal skills, and experience in effective liaison and negotiation with other government agencies, industry, stakeholders, and community interest groups, and the media.
* Considerable experience in and knowledge of administrative and financial management, including budget preparation and expenditure control.
* Ability and willingness to work with Traditional Owners to promote Aboriginal involvement in the workforce and participate in Joint Management Body and Native Title negotiations with a preference for someone with demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal people and having an awareness of their culture.
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
* 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.
* Housing.
* Relocation and other allowances.
How to apply
* A covering letter.
* A statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than five (5) 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 Rob Blok on 0427 973 729 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.
Prerequisites
* A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police 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 (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. 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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