Biodiversity & Fire Operations Officer - Flexible Hours

Swdc; Shire Of Manjimup; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

DBCA in Western Australia is seeking an Operations Officer to support biodiversity conservation, park and visitor services, and fire management across the Warren Region. The role involves planning district works programs, liaising with stakeholders, and coordinating land use planning advice, including contaminated sites and rehabilitation projects.

The position requires active participation in prescribed burning, bushfire suppression, and emergency management operations, contributing to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operational implementation of works programs for sustainable forest management.
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills with external organisations.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently with self-motivation.
• Knowledge of flora, fauna and biodiversity conservation in WA, preferably South West

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning, organisation and implementation of district works programs and monitors activities.
• Liaises with community leaders, stakeholders and community groups positively and informatively.
• Coordinates estate management and land use planning advice within the district, liaising with mining and public utilities.
• Monitors compliance activities such as wildflower pickers, apiarists, disease risk areas and firewood collection.
• Undertakes active role in prescribed burning and bushfire suppression and emergency management operations.

Skills

Forest management operations

Interpersonal communication

Team coordination

Biodiversity knowledge WA

Job description

DBCA in Western Australia is seeking an Operations Officer to support biodiversity conservation, park and visitor services, and fire management across the Warren Region. The role involves planning district works programs, liaising with stakeholders, and coordinating land use planning advice, including contaminated sites and rehabilitation projects.

The position requires active participation in prescribed burning, bushfire suppression, and emergency management operations, contributing to