Senior Ranger - Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park

RNPGA, Grade 3, $77,950 - $81,682 p.a. plus 25% No Fixed Hours Allowance plus 11% Superannuation
The Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park was created in July 2019. An abundance of wildlife, spectacular scenic landscapes and a rich maritime heritage, all surrounded by crystal clear waters and tropical coral are just some of the reasons attracting visitors.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN GERALDTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 23 FEBRUARY 2024
Job Description
Under the direction of the Senior Operations Officer (Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park):

• Manages the day to day works programs and operations within the Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park.

• Undertakes compliance patrols.

• Responsible for skippering, maintaining and managing departmental vessels.

• Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of remote operations base and associated infrastructure.

Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total. * Experience in leading, supervising and managing teams, empowering individuals to work with confidence both in teams and independently to deliver agreed outcomes and priorities, with particular emphasis on the development, management and supervision of park-specific projects.

• Evidence of well-developed oral and interpersonal skills and experience in building and maintaining networks; liaising with the public, commercial tourism operators, community groups, special interest groups and other stakeholders.

• Experience and knowledge of implementing operational plans and works programs associated with visitor management and natural resource management including an awareness of the principles and practices of Visitor Risk Management.

• Considerable knowledge and broad experience in (certified documented evidence) operating on and/or acting as Master and Chief Engineer on large vessels (over 12m) offshore and holds Certificates of Competency – Master less than 24 meters near coastal and Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 or higher boating qualification, including the delivery of periodic, scheduled and preventative maintenance.

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.
AND
The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current Working With Children Check card prior to commencement.
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 Steve Moore on (08) 9964 0901, 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 covering letter.
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.