Senior Ranger - Murujuga National Park

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is hiring a Senior Ranger for Murujuga National Park in Dampier, WA. This full-time, fixed-term role involves mentoring Indigenous Rangers, managing park operations, and facilitating joint management with local Aboriginal communities. Candidates should have experience in leading teams, strong communication skills, and knowledge of visitor and natural resource management. The position offers a salary of $77,950 - $81,682 plus allowances.
RNPGA, Grade 3, $77,950 - $81,682 p.a. plus District Allowance, Air Conditioning Allowance, North West Leave, Ranger Leave plus 11.5% Superannuation

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THIS IS A FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION

(UNTIL 30 JUNE 2027 WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN DAMPIER

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT

MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 6 MARCH 2025

The Pilbara is a rewarding region to work in and offers opportunities for personal and career development for those that have the interest and desire to work within environmental management. The nature of work in the region is wide and varied and covers the Nature Conservation, Parks and Visitor Services and Environmental Regulation areas. For most employees the management of fire is also a component of their jobs, particularly during summer.

We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Ranger - Murujuga National Park to join our team.

Under the general direction of the Operations Manager, you will mentor, train and builds capacity of the Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation Rangers and Trainee Rangers. In addition, you will be responsible for the works programming and day-to-day operations in Murujuga National Park and the Dampier Archipelago Nature Reserves including:
• facilitating operational joint management with Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation, Board and Elders;
• preparing and implementing works plans and operational rosters;
• project work and day to day coordination of park maintenance requirements; and
• visitor management and coordination of Indigenous Rangers, volunteers and external work crews.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (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

Applicants should address the following three (3) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.
• Experience in leading, supervising and managing indigenous teams, empowering individuals to work with confidence, encouraging a strong teamwork culture, and supporting a two-way learning exchange of culturally specific information to deliver agreed outcomes and priorities within a harmonious work environment.
• Evidence of well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated experience in building and maintaining relationships and networks; liaising with the public, commercial tourism operators, community groups, special interest groups including Traditional Owners to build effective networks and promote community support and involvement of elders and corporations in projects.
• Experience and knowledge of implementing operational plans and works programs associated with visitor management, natural resource management and cultural heritage management, having regard to the threatening processes affecting native flora and fauna, rehabilitation techniques and the monitoring and control of pests and weeds.

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

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
• 5 days North West Leave per year.
• District Allowance.
• 1-day additional public sector holidays each 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.

How to apply:

All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:
• a covering letter.
• a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages.
• current CV, including the details of two referees.

For further job-related information: contact Dale Fitzgerald on 0409 675 413 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/ .

We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
• A current Working with Children Check.
• 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: 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 in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

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 can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.

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.