Biodiversity and Conservation Science Senior Science Data Lead DBCA3172640 PSCA, Level 6 or 7, $120,457 - $132,753 or $139,860 - $149,485 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
(REMOTE WORK MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE)
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 15 OCTOBER 2025
The Biodiversity Information Office (BIO) is responsible for making Western Australia’s biodiversity data more discoverable, accessible and usable and has implemented the Dandjoo data platform to mobilise data from all environmental-related sectors, including government, industry, research and the community. BIO’s ongoing program of work includes data sharing and outreach work, identifying and sourcing priority datasets for ingestion and delivery through Dandjoo and managing a central catalogue of the state’s taxonomic information to ensure data integrity.
This leadership role oversees the optimisation and support of biodiversity and taxonomic data curation across the full data lifecycle from ingestion and quality assurance to standards application, storage, and delivery. Working closely with software and data engineers, the team lead guides the development and implementation of data assurance workflows and ensures the integrity, accessibility, and compliance of data delivered via the Dandjoo platform. The role is pivotal in aligning data governance with the Biodiversity Information Office’s (BIO) strategic and operational objectives.
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 be to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following six (6) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.
1. Substantial (Level 6) or extensive (Level 7) demonstrated knowledge of and experience in data governance and management with demonstrated experience in developing and implementing systems, policies and practices to manage data quality and compliance with statutory requirements.
2. Substantial (Level 6) or extensive (Level 7) demonstrated experience in leadership and management of a team in a scientific or technical environment including planning, prioritising, coordinating multiple streams of activities, and supervising and monitoring staff to ensure delivery of program outcomes.
3. Substantial (Level 6) or extensive (Level 7) experience with data management tools and techniques ( metadata catalogues; workflow applications; relational, NoSQL or graph databases; Geographical Information Systems) and data quality assurance methods, practices and data standards ( Darwin Core, ABIS) and protocols ( FAIR and CARE).
4. Substantial (Level 6) or extensive (Level 7) demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver science data management outcomes and drive continuous improvements to business processes.
5. Well-developed (Level 6) or highly developed (Level 7) interpersonal, written and oral communication and negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
6. Substantial (Level 6) or extensive (Level 7) demonstrated experience managing scientific data or data repositories with a working knowledge of taxonomic nomenclature and terminology and its impacts on managing biodiversity data.
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:
7. Flexible working arrangements.
8. 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
9. 4 weeks annual leave with loading paid as additional pay every December.
10. 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
11. Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
12. Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
13. A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
14. An annual National Park Entry Pass.
15. Well-established learning and development programs.
16. Free staff parking.