Assistant Operations Officer

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; Shire Of Upper Gascoyne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing may be available

Job summary

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) invites applications for an Assistant Operations Officer based in Denham, Western Australia. This is a permanent, full-time role within the Midwest Region, focusing on conservation delivery and fire management across the region's lands and waters.

You will work under direction to organise field operations and liaise with staff and stakeholders to implement work programs.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge (Level 1) and experience (Level 2) in natural land management or related field.
• Broad understanding of planning and implementing works programs.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as part of a team and independently; travel and camping when required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the delivery of conservation and fire management within the Midwest Region.
• Organises, implements and ensures progress of allocated field operations according to guidelines.
• Liaises with departmental personnel and stakeholders to implement work programs.

Skills

Land management

Invasive species

Teamwork

Job description

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN DENHAM

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 17 NOVEMBER 2026

Job Description

The Midwest Region extends along the coast from Lancelin in the south to north of Carnarvon then inland past Meekatharra. The regional headquarters is in Geraldton. District offices are located at Geraldton, Jurien Bay and Denham, with District work centres at Monkey Mia, Burringurrah, Yulga Jinna, Gascoyne Junction, Kalbarri, Thundelarra, Cue, Cervantes and the Pinnacles. The lands and waters we manage with our Traditional Owner partners are varied and beautiful, from coastal cliffs, dunes and heath to rich marine communities to outback ranges and vast scrublands.

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

Under immediate direction, this position:

• Assists with the delivery of conservation, and fire management within the Midwest Region.
• Organises, implements and ensures satisfactory progress of allocated field operations consistent with departmental guidelines, policies and management plans.
• Liaises with departmental personnel and other stakeholders as appropriate, to achieve the implementation of allocated work programs.

This position may be required to operate across all the services within the district or region depending upon the operational needs of the region.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (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.

Selection Criteria

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

• Some knowledge (Level 1) and experience (Level 2) in working in natural land management or a closely related field or a related technical area, with a preference for experience in invasive species management, knowledge of conservation and other land management issues and be able and willing to participate in related manual field activities.
• Broad understanding of the issues involved in planning and implementing works programs.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as part of a team and independently; show a high level of self-motivation, ability and willingness to travel, work away from home and camp when required.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing 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.

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

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:

• Staff discounts at gyms, pools and fitness centres (where available) through the Fitness Passport program.
• 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.
• 5 days North West Leave per year.
• District Allowance.
• 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 assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
• An annual National Park Entry Pass.
• Well-established learning and development programs.
• Housing may be available.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain

• A current Working with Children Check.
• A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
• A current Western Australian "C" class drivers licence.

Eligibility

It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status. Only applicants who meet this eligibility requirement will be considered for this position.

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 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, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on [phone] or [e-mail]. 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.

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.