District Sustainable Forest Management Coordinator

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; Shire Of Kellerberrin; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Staff parking

Job summary

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is seeking a District Sustainable Forest Management Coordinator in the Wellington district to lead and coordinate the delivery of Sustainable Forest Management services. The role involves planning, monitoring and liaising with stakeholders to protect values and support regional biodiversity goals.

Based in Collie, the position emphasizes leadership, program delivery, budget stewardship and effective collaboration with local authorities,

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of, and experience in the delivery of a sustainable forest management service including planning and implementing works programs, monitoring and reporting on forest disturbance activities, identifying threats to values and implementing measures to rehabilitate or recover values.
• Demonstrated experience in liaising at a senior level with external organisations to achieve objectives with authorities, private companies, agencies, stakeholders and communities, and handling complex information requests.
• Evidence of well-developed interpersonal and organisational skills with leadership and management of staff, contractors and volunteers, including employee development and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing SFM works programs.
• Monitoring operations on State forest and timber reserves, including mining and ecological thinning.
• Liaising with the community, key stakeholders and specialist groups.

Skills

Sustainable forest management

Leadership & management

Stakeholder liaison

Budgeting & finance

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 COLLIE

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 5 NOVEMBER 2026

Situated in the scenic South West region, the Wellington District is a popular destination for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. The region features world class tracks and trails including the Bibbulman Track and Munda Biddi Trail. The area is popular all year round with magnificent shows of some of the 300 species of colourful wildflowers every spring and over 70 bird species. You may even spot a unique animal such as a chuditch, quenda, quokka, brushtail possum, woylie or western ringtail possum.

We are currently seeking a District Sustainable Forest Management Coordinator to join our team.

Under the general direction (Level 4) or limited direction (Level 5) of the District Manager, this position leads and coordinates the delivery of the Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) service and activities in the Wellington district; including:

• Planning and implementing SFM works programs in accordance with service objectives. Works include but are not limited to management of utilities, public firewood, dieback management, weed control, rubbish removal, site rehabilitation, apiary site management, investigating illegal activities on State forest and fenceline clearing.
• Monitoring operations on State forest and timber reserves, including works relevant to mining and ecological thinning.
• Liaising with the community, key stakeholders and specialist groups.

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 be Leading Others to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

• Considerable knowledge of, and experience (Level 5) or experience (Level 4) in the delivery of a sustainable forest management service including; planning and implementing works programs, monitoring and reporting on forest disturbance activities, identifying threats to values and implementing measures to rehabilitate or recover values.
• Demonstrated experience (Level 5) or experience (Level 4) in liaising at a senior level to achieve organisational objectives with external organisations including local authorities, private companies, other government agencies, stakeholders, community interest groups and the media, and handling complex and detailed information requests.
• Evidence of well-developed interpersonal and organisational skills with demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills (Level 5) or experience (Level 4) in leadership and management of staff, contractors and volunteers, including employee development and performance management, where appropriate.
• Demonstrated experience (Level 5) or experience (Level 4) in the administration and financial management of operations, including budget preparation and expenditure control, within financial constraints.

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

• 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.
• 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.
• Free staff parking.

For further job-related information: contact Jamie Conway-Physick on [phone] or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

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

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

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.

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.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Agency Referrals

Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [e-mail] during the advertising period.

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.