Biodiversity and Conservation Science Project Officer (Healthy Oceans Program) DBCA3171780 PSCA, Level 5, $105,167 - $114,938 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 FIXED-TERM (UNTIL 30 JUNE 2029), FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 27 AUGUST 2025
Job Description
This role is responsible for administering the Healthy Oceans Program (Program) marine ecosystem restoration grants scheme. It ensures appropriate governance and acquittal of Program funds and that projects are conducted in accordance with approved activities. The role includes developing and implementing project agreements with grant recipients, assisting applicants to identify regulatory requirements and working with DBCA officers to expedite regulatory approvals. The Program’s Project Officer also supports the project review and assessment panel and provides a single point of contact for grant applicants, grantees and program partners.
At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (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 demonstrate to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.
1. Experience leading conservation or natural resource management projects (ESSENTIAL) for conservation of benthic marine ecosystems (DESIRABLE).
2. Ability to source and synthesise complex scientific, regulatory or project management information to provide clear and informed advice.
3. Experience in preparation of reports, grant proposals, management plans or other technical documents relating to conservation and natural resource management (ESSENTIAL) for conservation and management of marine ecosystems (DESIRABLE).
4. Proven ability to effectively manage budgets.
5. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills with an ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
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:
6. Flexible working arrangements.
7. 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
8. 4 weeks annual leave with loading paid as additional pay every December.
9. 3 days additional public sector holidays each year
10. Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
11. Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
12. A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
13. An annual National Park Entry Pass.
14. Well-established learning and development programs.
15. Free staff parking.