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 Marine Program Officer to join our team.

Under the general direction of the Marine Program Coordinator, this position undertakes marine program work within departmental marine conservation reserves, coastal and island reserves in the Pilbara Region (excluding Exmouth District), including:

• assisting with the implementation of the Montebello/Barrow Islands Marine Conservation Reserves Management Plan;
• coordinating the implementation of and participating in the marine turtle conservation and management works program;
• developing and presenting educational and interpretative material related to the management of marine conservation and island reserves, and marine wildlife; and
• assisting on departmental liveaboard vessels and operating small vessels to implement marine program works.

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, a current and satisfactory National Police Check and a current Western Australian “C” class drivers licence prior to commencement.