Marine Administration Assistant

Rottnest Island Authority; Perth; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

12% superannuation with full employer‑

4 weeks annual leave with loading

Public sector holidays

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learning and development programs

Job summary

Rottnest Island Authority (RIA) – Fremantle-based Marine Administration Assistant role with duties including customer-facing advice on boating applications, mooring licences, and maintaining the moorings register. The position supports the Mooring Systems Coordinator and contributes to marine administration projects while aligning with RIA leadership expectations.

The role requires strong communication, organisational, and team skills, and offers a fixed-term contract with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills to maintain databases and perform administrative tasks.
• Sound organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and WHS in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and information to customers on boating applications.
• Assess mooring site licences, authorised users, admissions and charter vessels.
• Maintain moorings site register and related databases.
• Support the Mooring Systems Coordinator in delivering marine administration projects and initiatives.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Database management

Customer service

Tools

MS Office

Job description

THIS IS A 6-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY) THIS POSITION IS BASED IN FREMANTLE (COMMUTING TO ROTTNEST ISLAND AS REQUIRED) APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 27 OCTOBER 2026

Job Description

The Marine Administration Assistant provides advice and information to customers in relation to Rottnest Island Authority’s (RIA) boating applications. The position assesses applications for mooring site licences, authorised users, annual admissions and charter vessels, and maintains the moorings site register and database in accordance with legislative requirements. The position also supports the Mooring Systems Coordinator in the delivery of projects and initiatives that advance the marine administration program. At RIA, 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

Essential criteria

• Well-developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a diverse customer base and provide outstanding customer service
• Strong computer skills to maintain database integrity and perform a range of administrative activities.
• Sound organisational and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high‑pressure environment and contribute positively as a member of a team.
• Applies and promotes the principles of equity, diversity and work health and safety in the workplace.

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of boating, vessel and mooring terminology and an understanding of their application in a marine administration environment
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines applicable to marine administration.
• Understanding of moorings infrastructure.

About Us

We are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (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 programme (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
• Well‑established learning and development programmes.

Requirements

• 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.

Eligibility

To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract. 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

RIA supports and values diversity and aims to build a workforce that is representative of the community we live in. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse background and people with disability. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. For adjustments required in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, please contact the selection panel convenor. 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 within a 12‑month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.

Contact

Contact Robbie Campbell on 0477972874 or for further information about RIA, visit https://www.ria.wa.gov.au/.