Conservation and Ecosystem Management Division Senior Environmental Officer DBCA3096263 PSCA, Specified Calling Level 2, $112,266 - $123,008 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 OCTOBER 2026), FULL-TIME POSITION
(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 3 SEPTEMBER 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 currently have an opportunity for a Senior Environmental Officer to join our team.
At an experienced professional level and under general direction this role supports the delivery and strategic development of the Riverbank Program and associated Riverbank funding schemes. In doing so provides collaborative project management with foreshore land managers, technical guidance, contract management and maintenance of key asset management systems to support informed decision making. The position also engages with stakeholders across government and community, offering expert advice and contributing to reports and working groups.
The position supports broader environmental management initiatives of the Swan Canning Waterways Branch, consistent with the Swan Canning River Protection Strategy.
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 four (4) essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
1. A tertiary degree qualification relevant to natural science, or an approved equivalent qualification.
2. Demonstrated project management skills and experience including the ability to manage and allocate resources including managing contracts and delivering projects on time and to budget.
3. Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships, resolve conflicts, and lead negotiations to achieve positive outcomes.
4. Demonstrated high-level written communication, conceptual, and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information, prepare clear and concise responses to detailed enquiries, and develop practical solutions to problems.
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:
5. Flexible working arrangements.
6. 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
7. 4 weeks annual leave with loading paid as additional pay every December.
8. 3 days additional public sector holidays each year
9. Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
10. Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
11. A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
12. An annual National Park Entry Pass.
13. Well-established learning and development programs.
14. Free staff parking.