Senior Technical Officer

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 KINGS PARKAPPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 13 MAY 2024Job DescriptionThis position provides high level technical support for the Kings Park Science Program, with a focus on managing the research laboratory, glasshouses and scientific equipment at Kings Park and ensuring Work Health and Safety.Selection CriteriaApplicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total. * Demonstrated experience in developing and applying methods for laboratory- and field-based research programs related to plant science, contributing towards research reports and papers.

• Demonstrated ability to train and supervise staff and postgraduate students in operation of laboratory equipment.

• Excellent organisational skills and demonstrated ability to develop and manage technical components of research programs.

• Experience in the management of technical budgets and resources.

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 Dr Jason Stevens on (08) 9480 3639, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit .Application InstructionsTo 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 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.