Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN ESPERANCE INITIALLY, EUCLA ONCE HOUSING/WORKCENTRE COMPLETE

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE ATMIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 3 SEPTEMBER 2026

The DBCA Esperance District covers more than 1,000 km of breathtaking coastline, stretching from Starvation Bay to Eucla on the edge of the iconic Nullarbor Plain, at the WA/SA border. The district includes three of the four newSouth Coast Marine Parks , spanning almost two million hectares of Sea Country and supporting an extraordinary marine ecosystem of kelp forests, reefs, ruby seadragons, southern right whales, seals, sea lions and significant fisheries.

We are currently seeking a Senior Ranger (Marine) to join our newly established marine team and lead a small team of Aboriginal Mirning Marine Rangers in implementing the Mirning Marine Park Management Plan, in joint management with the Western Australia Mirning People Aboriginal Corporation (WAMPAC), across the marine park area from Point Dover at the Baxter Cliffs to Eucla.

Initially based in Esperance with a move to Eucla once accommodation and work centre have been built. Eucla offers a truly unique Australian lifestyle, and this position offers an opportunity to live and work in one of the country's most remote and fascinating coastal communities, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, wide open spaces and unforgettable sunsets.

Under the direction of the Marine Park Coordinator, this position leads marine and coastal conservation programmed operational activities in the Esperance District, including:

- The delivery of the annual marine and coastal works program consistent with the Marine Park Management Plan mainly for the Mirning Marine Park, as well as for Western Bight Marine Park and Wudjari Marine Park when required.
- Cultural heritage monitoring in partnership with Mirning Peoples and the Western Australian Mirning People Aboriginal Corporation (WAMPAC).
- Supervision and career development of the Aboriginal Marine Ranger team.
- Undertaking compliance patrols and maintaining departmental equipment, infrastructure and vessels.
- Assisting with developing and delivering community education and interpretive works programs.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adoptedLeadership Expectations 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 beLeading Others to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.

- Evidence of well-developed oral and interpersonal skills and experience in developing and maintaining positive relationships with Traditional Owners, commercial operators, licensees, key stakeholders, community groups and the general public, and have the ability to be involved in patrol and enforcement activities.
- Experience in leading, supervising and managing teams preferably including Aboriginal employees, empowering individuals to work with confidence both in teams and independently to deliver agreed outcomes and priorities.
- Experience and knowledge of implementing operational plans and works programs associated with marine, island and coastal management.
- Knowledge of and experience in the maintenance and operation of vessels requiring a Coxswain Grade 1 (NC) as a minimum certificate of competency, with a preference for a Master
- Appreciation of Aboriginal Cultural values for managing Land and Sea Country.

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 ourwebsite .

Perks 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:

- Flexible working arrangements.
- 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
- 1 day additional public sector holidays each year.
- Ranger leave entitlements.
- Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
- Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
- A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.




- An annual National Park Entry Pass.
- Well-established learning and development programs.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:

- A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.

Eligibility:It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status or a valid working visa to be appointed to this role.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Agency Referrals:

Public Sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact recruitment [email protected] during the advertising period.

Substantive Equality Statement

DBCA is an Equal Chance Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people withdisabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.

As part of our strategy to increase the diversity of our workforce, Aboriginality is preferred for this position (refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA),as amended).

Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08)92199879 [email protected] . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contactJobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

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.

The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.

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