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 BUNBURY OR KENSINGTON **APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT

MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 9 SEPTEMBER 2026** The Forest Management Plan 2024–2033 (FMP) provides the strategic framework for the ecologically sustainable management of Western Australia’s south-west forests.

It guides the conservation of biodiversity, maintenance of ecosystem health and vitality, protection of soil and water resources, adaptation to climate change, and management of cultural, social and economic values. Through coordinated planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting, the FMP supports evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement in forest management across the plan area.

We are currently seeking a Finance and Administration Officer (Forest Management Plan) to join our team.

Under the general direction of the Coordinator Forest Management Plan, this position provides finance and administrative support for the implementation of the FMP. The role monitors and reports on budgets, expenditure, and delivery of management activities to support management effectiveness processes. It also acts as Executive Officer for the FMP Coordination and Oversight Groups.

At DBCA, we have adopted Leadership 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 demonstrate Personal Leadership 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.

- Demonstrated experience providing financial and administrative support in a busy diverse environment, including sound knowledge of financial management systems and procurement processes.
- Demonstrated advanced interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with strong capability in the use of personal computing and cloud-based platforms, including spreadsheets and other common office applications.
- Demonstrated high-level organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, plan work effectively, and meet established timeframes.




- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment, including the capacity to analyse issues and identify practical solutions.

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 website.

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:

- Adaptable working arrangements.
- 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
- 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
- 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.

How to apply: All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:

- a covering letter.
- a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages.
- current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

For further job-related information:



contact Benjamin Sawyer on 0427 560 146 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/. We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the 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. Only applicants who meet this eligibility requirement will be considered for this position.

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 at [email protected] during the advertising period.

Substantive Equality Statement DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, 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.

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) 9219 9879 or [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 contact Jobs 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.

📌 Finance and Administration Officer (Forest Management Plan) (City of Perth)
🏢 Department of Biodiversity Conservation And Attractions
📍 City of Perth