Senior Fisheries and Marine Officer

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Senior Fisheries and Marine Officer
Salary: Senior FMO Level 4 $109,402 - $114,821 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022
Location: Albany, Broome, Carnarvon, Geraldton/Abrolhos Islands, Jurien Bay and the Perth Metropolitan Area
Closing Date: 2024-03-13 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Pillar/directorate:
Sustainability and Biosecurity
Branch:
Operations and Compliance
Tenure:
Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Position Number:
Pool Ref AV8683
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The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) leads the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.
About the opportunity
Fisheries and Marine Officers make a difference! Your expertise will shape the delivery of compliance programs and the effective implementation of management strategies.
As a Senior Fisheries and Marine Officer, you will drive investigations, inspections, and patrols to ensure fisheries legislation is being complied with. You will mentor and guide colleagues in best practices, elevating our operational standards. You will rely on your experience to influence compliance policies, strategies, and community education projects. The role also includes fostering collaborative relationships with enforcement agencies, industry partners, and government bodies. In this diverse role you may also be required to assist in administering other legislation that DPIRD is responsible for, such as Animal Welfare and Biosecurity.
We currently have immediate vacancies in Albany, Broome, Carnarvon, Geraldton/Abrolhos Islands, Jurien Bay and the Perth Metropolitan Area.
We are looking for individuals with:

• An interest in and willingness to work in remote nearshore areas and Marine environments in the protection of aquatic resources;
• Certificate qualifications in compliance and investigations and/or possession of relevant experience;
• Possession of relevant maritime operations qualifications;
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant compliance legislation, compliance governance framework, and operational procedures.
• Well-developed interpersonal and verbal communications skills.

For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:

• A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
• A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the following Work Related Requirements:

• Role Specific: 1, 2
• Core Capabilities: 3, 6

As multiple locations are being advertised, please clearly state which of the vacant location/s you are applying for in your cover letter. You may apply for multiple locations in the same application.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact , Supervising Fisheries & Marine Officer, on 0428 521 048 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.
Employment Conditions and Additional Information
DPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency for animal and plant biosecurity and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant’s expense.
This process may be used to fill other same/similar vacancies that arise in DPIRD.. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)