Wildlife Conservation Specialist

VenuesWest is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team in the Kimberley Region.

The region offers many unique opportunities to explore and enjoy world-class natural and cultural attractions, as well as appreciate the wilderness values of the area.

• Assisting with the delivery of programs for parks and visitor services and conservation, including visitor risk management, commercial operator liaison, emergency response, mitigation works, and the delivery of research and monitoring programs as directed.
• Undertaking compliance patrols, maintaining and skippering departmental vessels and upkeep of equipment.
• Assisting with the development and delivery of education and interpretive works programs. Implements works programs consistent with departmental guidelines, policies and management plans as directed.

At VenuesWest, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria:

• Ability to participate in operational plans and works programs associated visitor management and natural resource management with an emphasis on the marine and coastal environment.
• Knowledge of vessel operations and logistics, and skippering of vessels up to 12 metres in length with a preference for a Certificate of competency - Coxswain Class 1 (Near Coastal).
• Good interpersonal skills with an ability for patrol and enforcement activities, and liaison with the public, commercial tourism operators, community groups, Indigenous groups, other government agencies and stakeholders.