Plant Diseases Project Officer

Overview

PSCA, Level 4 or 5, $95,782 - $100,526 or $105,167 - $114,938 p.a. plus 12% Superannuation.

THIS IS A 12 MONTHS FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION).

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON.

Applications for this position close at Midday on Thursday, 18 September 2025.

About the Team

Ecosystem Health Branch provides the framework for efficient and effective management of invasive species including plant diseases, weeds and pest animals to help conserve natural values on lands managed by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions' (DBCA) Parks and Wildlife Service. The branch coordinates the Western Shield program, Cane Toad Strategy and Vegetation Health Service diagnostic laboratory and provides policy support for the Forest Management Plan.

We currently have an opportunity for a Plant Diseases Project Officer to join our team. As a member of the Plant Diseases Program, you will contribute to:

Key Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of a strategic approach to management of environmental plant pests and diseases.
• Preparation and delivery of correspondence, reports, briefings, training, management and communications plans, for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analysis and interpretation of data to inform advice, support and recommendations.
• Development of projects, policy, guidelines and procedures.
• Increasing understanding of plant pest and disease threats and their management.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.

• Knowledge and experience (Level 4) or sound knowledge and considerable experience (Level 5) in the management of plant pests and diseases for biodiversity conservation outcomes, or equivalent experience in an allied field.
• Evidence of well developed (Level 4) or sound (Level 5) interpersonal and oral communication skills and experience (Level 4) or considerable experience (Level 5) in effectively liaising and negotiating with senior internal and external stakeholders, preferably across a government agency.
• Well-developed (Level 4) or sound (Level 5) oral and written communications skills, including demonstrated experience in report writing using word processing, spreadsheet and/or database and presenting results to others using PowerPoint software.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake project work with limited direction and strong project management skills.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, provides exciting and challenging career 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.

Benefits Of Working With Us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

• 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, including psychology and counselling services.
• 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", located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:

• a covering letter.
• a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages).
• current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

For further job-related information: contact Kylie Ireland on 0447 353 953 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/ .

We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain a current Western Australian "C" class driver's licence.

Eligibility and Equal Opportunity

Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field. Substantive Equality Statement: DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply. The department promotes flexible working arrangements. Applicants with a disability who require adjustments can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer at (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

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