Conservation Field Technician — Parks & Fire Management

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; Albany; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Flexible working

12% superannuation

Park entry pass

Job summary

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) in Albany seeks a Conservation Employee to perform conservation, parks and wildlife duties including prescribed burning, bushfire suppression and machinery operation. You will contribute to nature conservation, visitor services and asset maintenance while meeting safety and licensing requirements.

The role requires physical fitness, willingness to work remote locations, and adherence to WHS procedures.

Qualifications

• Ability to participate in manual activities related to maintenance and construction of departmental assets, flora and fauna protection and fire suppression and control.
• Commitment to work health and safety procedures; wear prescribed safety equipment and work with chemicals.
• Literacy and numeracy skills including reading maps and applying guidelines, acts and policies.
• Ability to liaise, communicate effectively in a team and with limited supervision.
• Physically fit for on-the-ground operational fire work and able to pass fire fitness tests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prescribed burning and bushfire suppression operations.
• Assist maintenance of infrastructure and support of tourism and recreational activities.
• Operate machinery and power tools as required.
• Contribute to flora and fauna protection and conservation management.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Literacy & numeracy

Safety procedures

Physical fitness

Tools

C Class Licence

MR/HR Licence

Chainsaw operation

Power tools safety

Job description

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) in Albany seeks a Conservation Employee to perform conservation, parks and wildlife duties including prescribed burning, bushfire suppression and machinery operation. You will contribute to nature conservation, visitor services and asset maintenance while meeting safety and licensing requirements.

The role requires physical fitness, willingness to work remote locations, and adherence to WHS procedures.