Operations Officer - Bridge And Steel Fabrication

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 POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN JARRAHDALE
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 16 FEBRUARY 2024
Job Description
Under the direction of Senior Operations Officer:

• Participates in the planning, coordination, scheduling, reporting, and implementation of the capital bridge fabrication and recreation sites (metal) fabrication programs.

• Liaises with departmental capital works, district bridge, Parks and Visitor Services staff, and other stakeholders to manage and deliver Bridge and metal fabrication orders.

• Undertakes and active role in prescribed burning and bushfire suppression operations.

• Provides focus, advice, guidance and direction on safety related matters in the Jarrahdale Work Centre.

Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total. * Knowledge of and experience in the operational implementation of works programs associated with natural land management or a closely related field or technical area, with a preference for some experience of concrete and metal fabrication production and processes for steel recreation infrastructure and pre-cast concrete and Steel bridges. Knowledge of risk to conservation and wildlife values associated with Bridge and visitor infrastructure.

• Knowledge and experience in leading teams, showing a high level of self-motivation and skills in organising and implementing works programs, scheduling work, setting and reviewing goals and controlling and reviewing progress, including experience with contractors and volunteers.

• Evidence of good interpersonal and oral communication skills and experience in effective liaison with external organisations, including local authorities, private companies, other government agencies, stakeholders (including Aboriginals) and community interest groups and evidence of openness and honesty in all dealings including supervisors, work colleagues, customers and the general public.

• Evidence of ability to project and contract manage, prepare budgets, and control expenditure of allocated production programs. Evidence of ability to read and interpret plans, workshop fabrication drawings, fabrication job tables, and specifications. Evidence of ability to show a conscientious approach to all issues and consistency in meeting production deadlines.

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 Laurence Radin on 0408 309 416, 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 Statement
The 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.