About the location

Geraldton boasts a beautiful coastline, a Mediterranean climate, excellent schools, a vibrant sporting community and all the amenities of a regional city centre. A one-hour flight or four hour drive north of Perth, it has a reputation for sunny days, beautiful beaches, water sports and wildflowers. The coastline provides endless opportunities for free camping and excellent fishing, diving, windsurfing and surfing. Geraldton is conveniently located to explore the natural wonders of Western Australia including Kalbarri National Park, Murchison arid rangelands, Zuytdorp coastal cliffs, or the famous marine parks of Shark Bay, Ningaloo or the Houtman Abrolhos Islands just two hours offshore.

This role is based in DBCA's Murchison District, which encompasses an area bounded by the Zuytdorp cliffs in the north-west, Meekatharra in the north-east, Paynes Find in the south-east and Dongara in the south-west. The Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park is also part of the district, lying 50km offshore from Geraldton and stretching north for 100km.

The district is over 20 million hectares in size and is one of the most diverse DBCA districts in the state, comprising large areas of agricultural, coastal, rangeland and marine landscapes. The Murchison River is a significant feature of the area, terminating in a spectacular gorge system at the coast in Kalbarri.

If you need more convincing check out this video for more information on why you should live and work in Geraldton.

About the role

Under the direction of the District Fire Coordinator, this position:

• Assists in the planning, organisation and implementation of works programs and operations relating to fire management.
• Undertakes an active role in departmental prescribed burning and bushfire suppression operations.
• Participates in the preparation and delivery of allocated works programs to agreed standards and timeframes.
• Monitors and reports on operations.
• Liaises with community, key stakeholders and community groups in a positive and informed manner.

Selection Criteria

1. Knowledge of and experience in the management of fire related activities for biodiversity conservation and community asset protection purposes including bushfire suppression, incident management principles and practices and the planning and implementation of prescribed burning programs.
2. Experience in liaising with external organisations, including local authorities, private companies, other government agencies, stakeholders (including indigenous) and community interest groups.
3. Knowledge and skills in leading and managing teams, including implementing works programs, scheduling work, setting and reviewing goals and controlling and reviewing progress, with a preference for experience in managing volunteers and contractors. .