Karratha is one of the largest and fastest growing towns in the north of Western Australia and is the heart of the West Pilbara Coast. Its location makes it an ideal base for exploring the Millstream-Chichester National Park, Karijini National Park, Dampier Archipelago, Point Samson Peninsula and the Burrup Peninsula.
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.
THIS IS A 24 MONTHS FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (WITH POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
THIS POSITION CLOSES AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER 2013
Job Description
Under the limited direction (Level 6) or minimal direction (Level 7) of the Regional Manager:
Selection Criteria
Applicants must address the following three (3) criteria in a written application. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.
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Considerable (Level 6) or extensive (Level 7) knowledge of, and recent experience in the provision of nature conservation and natural land management services, in developing and implementing related operational plans, management plans and strategies, and having familiarity with the principles of planning for biodiversity outcomes and ecologically sustainable development.
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Considerable (Level 6) or extensive (Level 7) experience in the effective management and leadership of teams, and in negotiating, communicating and liaising with the community, media, and special interest groups including Aboriginal people.
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Substantial experience and competence in financial management and other management systems; including project management, risk management, and information technology.
DPaW’s values
In all of our work we will be Open, Accountable, Creative, Responsive, Innovative, Outcome-focused and Collaborative; and we will always Act with the highest integrity. For the purposes of this recruitment process, behaviours that reflect some or all of the above DPaW values are included as selection criteria for this position, and the applicable DPaW values are listed below as Essential and/or Desirable criteria.
Essential:
Open, Accountable, Outcome –focused, Responsive and Collaborative.
For a full list of criteria including those that are not required to be addressed in the application please refer to attached Job Description below.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Mr Arvid Hogstrom on 0428 121 127, or for further information about DPaW please visit www.dpaw.wa.gov.au.
Application Instructions: To ensure that you submit all of the required information in your application, please ensure that you read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Word or PDF format. No late or proforma applications will be accepted. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
What DPaW offers: In addition to the opportunity to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, DPaW offers a number of incentives including: an attractive salary packaging scheme; comprehensive health and lifestyle programs; a Personnel Pass to DPaW managed attractions and parks, after 3 months qualifying period; and the opportunity to work in iconic locations throughout Western Australia.
Substantive Equality Statement
DPaW 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. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.