Operations Manager – Parks and Wildlife Service – Denham, WA

Parks and Wildlife Service; Denham; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks and Wildlife Service in Western Australia invites applications for an Operations Manager in the Gascoyne District. You will lead and implement joint management works programs and oversee district staff to deliver integrated services across the region.

The role focuses on staff leadership, liaison across district and regional branches, and promoting Aboriginal involvement in the workforce. This permanent, full-time position is based in the Midwest region, with the district headquarters in

Responsibilities

• Leads and implements operational joint management works programs for the Gascoyne District, determining standards and ensuring activities align with objectives.
• Leads and manages staff and ensures close liaison across the district and between regional staff and specialist branches to deliver integrated services.
• Oversees ranger teams with a focus on Aboriginal involvement in the workforce and increasing Aboriginal participation.

Job description

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
Parks and Wildlife Service
Salary: $124,673 – $137,399 pa. (Level 6) + super
Tenure: Permanent, Full-time position
Ref: DBCA3149380

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 Operations Manager to join our team.

Under the minimal direction of the District Manager, this position:

• Leads and implements operational joint management works programs for the Gascoyne District, determining standards and ensuring all activities are compatible with departmental and service objectives and joint management responsibilities.
• Leads and manages staff and ensures a close liaison and working relationship occurs across the district and between regional staff and specialist branches, to provide for an integrated and effective delivery of services.
• Oversees the management of ranger teams with a focus on promoting and encouraging Aboriginal involvement in the workforce and works to increase Aboriginal participation.

The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.

For further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

For further information about this position, please contact Anthony Desmondon0419 919 097.

Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 12 Noon AWST (2pm AEST). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.