Conservation and Ecosystem Management Division Intervention Officer DBCA3131157 PSCA, Specified Calling Level 1, $83,456 - $109,860 plus 12% 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 PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 6 OCTOBER 2025
Swan Canning Waterways Branch plays a pivotal role in the management and protection of the Swan Canning Riverpark, as guided by the Swan and Canning Rivers Management Act 2006 and the Swan Canning River Protection Strategy. The Branch is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Swan Canning Riverpark and the handling of development proposals affecting the Riverpark.
We are currently seeking an Intervention Officer to join our team.
At a professional level and under immediate direction, this position:
1. Supports the implementation of projects under the Swan Canning River Protection Strategy;
2. Provides technical support and facilitates operation, maintenance, monitoring and evaluation of the Swan Canning oxygenation program and other intervention approaches;
3. Provides advice, communicates and negotiates with external stakeholders, consultants/ contractors;
4. Applies environmental policies and develops and implements best management practices to address catchment and waterway management issues; and
5. Contributes to achievement of outputs, having regard for effectiveness, quality, timeliness, risk and resourcing.
At DBCA, we have adopted 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 to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.
6. Some experience in the operation (including consideration of risk), maintenance and evaluation of artificial oxygenation or other complex water quality intervention approaches.
7. Ability to research, analyse and develop sound recommendations for catchment and waterway issues or water quality intervention approaches.
8. Ability to contribute and work to the achievement of outputs, having regard for effectiveness, quality, timeliness, risk and resourcing.
9. Ability to interact and offer guidance / support in a team situation to establish working relationships that promote organisational objectives.
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 .
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:
10. Flexible working arrangements.
11. 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
12. 4 weeks annual leave with loading paid as additional pay every December.
13. 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
14. Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
15. Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
16. A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
17. An annual National Park Entry Pass.
18. Well-established learning and development programs.
19. Free staff parking.