Director, Environment And Infrastructure

Kings Park and Botanic Garden is a world-leading botanic garden and the most visited destination in Western Australia.  Along with Bold Park, these iconic parks offer a prestigious work environment among some of the highest profile parklands and urban bushland areas in the State.

THIS IS A PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 22 FEBRUARY 2024

Job Description

Provides strategic leadership and management in the conservation of bushland areas of Kings Park and Bold Park, manages risk and response capability for fire, environmental and Infrastructure risks. Oversees building condition management, heritage asset management, infrastructure and mechanical services including complex irrigation systems and other infrastructure supporting ex-situ collections, turf and the presentation in parkland areas. Manages and facilitates major and minor infrastructure projects within capital works and maintenance programs. Facilitates fleet management and waste management protocols to support operational and sustainability objectives.

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. The department’s leadership context for this role is Multiple Area Leader.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.

1. Personal attributes and an approach to working and relating to staff, peers and stakeholders that is consistent with DBCA corporate values (refer below)
2. Extensive knowledge of, and experience in cultural and conservation estate management (or closely related field or related technical area) with particular emphasis on biodiversity conservation, protection of natural assets, and the provision of infrastructure to support tourism, recreation and visitor services in protected natural areas.
3. Highly developed interpersonal, oral communication, written communication and organisational skills.
4. Extensive experience in managing and leading a multi-disciplinary team, and empowering staff to achieve agreed outcomes including evidence of ability to set clear direction, optimize workplace diversity, introduce change, promote staff development, health and safety, and review and adjust staff performance.
5. Substantial experience and competence in financial management and other management systems; including, infrastructure project/program management, asset management and risk management.

Values

It is expected that all employees consistently demonstrate the following values:

Integrity – commitment to knowing and doing what is right.

Collaboration – commitment to team, partnership and the support of others.

Accountability – commitment to being transparent, taking ownership and personal responsibility.

Respect – commitment to the respect of people, culture and place.

Excellence – commitment to quality, innovation and continuous improvement.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement. 

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to 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 Mr Alan Barrett, Executive Director, Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority on 0438 526 ***, or for further information about the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, please visit https://www.bgpa.wa.gov.au/.

Application Instructions:

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

• A covering letter.

• A written response addressing the above five (5) requested criteria (in no more than three (3) 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 Statement

Your interest in employment opportunities at Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority (BGPA) is welcomed. BGPA actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people in our workplace. We encourage all people, including those with disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for vacant positions. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or ***********@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send applications to this email; they will not be accepted.

Similar appointments may be made from this process 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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