Ranger

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; Perth; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

12% superannuation

Salary packaging options

Annual leave entitlement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions in Perth invites applications for a Ranger based at Woodman Point. This permanent, full-time position supports management across regional parks and delivers conservation programs while engaging visitors.

Join the team to help protect biodiversity, maintain park facilities, and work with communities and stakeholders in a dynamic, outdoor setting.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal skills with an ability to liaise with the public, tourism operators, community groups and Indigenous groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team, show initiative and work unsupervised.
• Ability to construct and maintain, carry out routine maintenance with hand tools, power tools, chainsaws and small engines.
• Ability to patrol and enforce procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carries out programmed operational activities and field support in Woodman Point Regional Park and other regional parks, including facilities maintenance and visitor services.
• Assists with fire, feral animal, compliance, weed and interpretative programs.
• Implements works programs in line with guidelines, policies and management plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Hand & power tools

Patrol & enforcement procedures

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 WOODMAN POINT

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 28 OCTOBER 2026

Swan Region’s Regional Parks Unit is responsible for the management of 11 regional parks within the Perth metropolitan area and consists of areas of land that have been identified as having regionally significant conservation, landscape and recreation values in an urban landscape.

We are currently seeking a Ranger to join our team.

Under the immediate direction of the Senior Ranger

• Carries out programmed operational activities and field logistical support in the Woodman Point Regional Parks and other regional parks within Perth as required, including maintenance and servicing of facilities, park visitor management, and the delivery of conservation programs and parks and visitor services projects as directed.
• Assists with fire, feral animal, compliance, weed and interpretative programs.
• Implements works programs consistent with departmental guidelines, policies and management plans.

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 demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

• Good interpersonal skills with an ability for (Grade 1) or experience in (Grade 2) liaison with the public, commercial tourism operators, community groups, Indigenous groups and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team, show initiative and to work unsupervised.
• Ability to (Grade 1) or demonstrated experience in (Grade 2) construction and maintenance, carrying out routine maintenance duties, including the use of hand tools, power tools, chainsaws and small engines.
• Ability to (Grade 1) or experience in (Grade 2) patrol and enforcement procedures.

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.

Benefits Of Working With Us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

• 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.
• 5 days North West Leave per year.
• Ranger leave entitlements.
• 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.

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

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.

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.