Scientific Officer

Position No: DBCA3172540

Salary/Level: Specified Calling Level 2, $112,266 - $123,008 p.a. plus Superannuation

Tenure: Fixed-term (until 30 June 2029), Full-time

Location: Kensington, Western Australia

This role is responsible for monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the progress and outcomes of projects funded under the coral restoration stream of the Healthy Oceans grants program. It provides specialist advice on coral biology, ecology, restoration and research to the BCS Leader, Science Coordination, the Healthy Oceans Project Officer, grant applicants and the program's review and assessment panel. The position will lead development of a coral restoration report that documents learnings gained through the Healthy Oceans Program to guide future restoration activities.

At DBCA, 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.

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 four (4) requested criteria below (in no more than three (3) pages).
• A current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

Note: The interviews will take place the week commencing 20 October 2025.

Selection Criteria

1. Broad knowledge of and experience in designing and implementing monitoring or research of marine benthic ecosystems (ESSENTIAL) or coral ecosystems (DESIRABLE).
2. Proven ability to source and synthesise complex scientific information relating to conservation of marine ecosystems (ESSENTIAL) or coral ecosystems (DESIRABLE) to provide expert advice.
3. Considerable experience in preparation of reports, submissions and correspondence relating to conservation and management of marine ecosystems (ESSENTIAL) or coral ecosystems (DESIRABLE).
4. Well-developed written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills with an ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Please click "Apply" and you will be redirected to the WA Government Jobs Board website at where you can submit your application online.

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For further job-related information, please contact Adrian Poropaton

Closing date: Friday, 3 October 2025 at 12 noon AWST (2pm AEST). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.