This is a fixed-term, full-time position (until 1 December 2026 with the possibility of extension or permanency).

National Parks in the South West Region include Yalgorup, Wellington, Greater Preston, Wiltshire-Butler, Dalgarup, Forest Grove, Blackwood River, Wooditjup, Yelverton, Whicher, Leeuwin-Naturaliste, Scott River, Hilliger and Tuart Forest.

The Ngari Capes Marine Park stretches along the west coast from Geographe Bay in the north to Flinders Bay near Augusta in the south. 

The South West Region’s key service deliverables include nature conservation, parks and visitor services, sustainable forest management, fire management, and land-use planning.

The region’s headquarters is based in Bunbury. Services are also delivered via the Blackwood District, located at Busselton with work centres at Margaret River, Nannup and Kirup, and the Wellington District, located at Collie with a smaller work centre at Harvey.

We currently have an opportunity for a Ranger to join our Blackwood District team.

Under the immediate supervision of the Senior Ranger, you will:

• Carry out programmed operational activities and field logistical support in national parks in the Blackwood district, including maintenance and servicing of facilities, visitor control, and the delivery of conservation programs and parks and visitor services projects as directed.
• Assist with fire, feral animal, weed and interpretative programs.
• Monitor park fee collection and participate in other promotional activities for the National Parks.
• Assist in the development of new recreational precincts.
• Implement works programs consistent with departmental guidelines, polices and management plans.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted Leadership Expectation 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.

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