Conservation Employee - Work Centre Coordinator

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is committed to promoting biodiversity and conservation to enrich people’s lives, through sustainable management of Western Australia’s species, ecosystems, lands and the attractions in the department’s care.THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITIONTHIS POSITION IS BASED IN BUSSELTONAPPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 8 MAY 2024Job DescriptionUnder the direction of the Senior Works Coordinator:Participates in the development of works programs across the department’s fire management, conservation, marine, parks and visitor services and sustainable forest management programs, in a range of land and waters management activities related to conservation, parks and wildlife work, including

• fauna and flora protection,

• construction and maintenance of infra- structure,

• fire suppression and control,

• procurement of resources and materials,

• forest biodiversity surveying and values maintenance;

• support of tourism and recreational activities; and

• the operation of associated machinery.

Provides direction and leadership to employees supervised.Selection CriteriaApplicants should address the following four (4) criteria, including where possible the desirable criterion. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total. * Demonstrated ability to supervise others, identify training needs, conducting training as appropriate, and promote an environment of continuous learning.

• Sound knowledge, and experience in supervising projects and works programs, to ensure they are planned and implemented in an efficient manner, and an ability to determine day to day priorities and ensure best practice quality measures are achieved.

• Experience in the construction and maintenance of infrastructure relevant to the department.

• Knowledge of a light fleet management system would be desirable.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the attached Job Description below. The documents attached 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.For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Kane Goodwin on 0427 525 284, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit .Application Instructions:To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:A written response addressing the above four (4) requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages).A current resume.To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.No late or proforma applications will be accepted.A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.Substantive Equality StatementThe Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions 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 can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.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.