Operations Officer

Overview

Join to apply for the Operations Officer role at Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.

We currently have an opportunity for an Operations Officer to join our Wellington District team.

Base pay range

$95,782.00/yr - $100,526.00/yr

PSCA, Level 4, $95,782 - $100,526 p.a. plus 12% Superannuation

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates and implements the Parks and Visitor Services (PVS) works program including capital projects and capital maintenance programs associated with the expansion of Wellington National Park within the Wellington District
• Assists with the preparation of capital budgets and the monitoring and control of capital expenditure within the Wellington District
• Undertakes an active role in prescribed burning and bushfire suppression operations
• Responsible for updating and maintaining the district Visitor Risk Management program and databases

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the operational implementation of works programs associated with natural land management or a closely related field or technical area.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in leading and managing 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 well-developed interpersonal 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.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, contract management, budget preparation, control and expenditure of allocated work projects. Evidence of ability to show a conscientious approach to all issues and consistency in meeting project deadlines.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, provides opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.

For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is attractive, please visit our website.

Benefits Of Working With Us

• Flexible working arrangements
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December
• 3 days additional public sector holidays each year
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family
• An annual National Park Entry Pass
• Well-established learning and development programs
• Free staff parking

How to apply

All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job' and follow the instructions; you will need to provide:

• a covering letter
• a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages)
• current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor

Further information

For further job-related information, contact Nick Evans on 0437 417 988 or visit the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions website at https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

A detailed Job Application Kit is available; please ensure documents are saved in MS Word (.docx) or PDF format and allow ample time to submit. Late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

Eligibility: Permanent appointment requires Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency. For contract employment, a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract is required.

DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply. Reasonable adjustments are available in recruitment processes and in the workplace. Flexible working arrangements are promoted.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Government Administration

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