An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced, motivated and people-focused professional to join the team at Bunbury Dolphin Discovery Centre, a not-for-profit organisation committed to marine conservation, research, education and delivering exceptional visitor experiences.

Located in the beautiful coastal city of Bunbury, the Dolphin Discovery Centre plays an important role in protecting and conserving marine wildlife, educating the community and providing meaningful volunteering opportunities for local and international visitors.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Manager Volunteer and HR Services will play an integral leadership role in overseeing the Centre's volunteer program and providing strategic and operational human resource support across the organisation.

This is a diverse and rewarding position that combines volunteer management, human resources, workplace health and safety, and organisational development. The successful candidate will provide leadership, guidance and support to the Volunteer Services Team, ensuring volunteers are engaged, supported and equipped to contribute meaningfully to the Centre's programs and operations.

The role will also oversee a broad range of human resource functions, including recruitment and selection, employment contracts, performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution and the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.

As a member of the leadership team, you will contribute to the Centre's strategic direction, foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and drive continuous improvement across volunteer and HR services.

Key Responsibilities





- Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Centre's Volunteer Services Team, ensuring effective volunteer recruitment, engagement, training, development and retention.
- Oversee operational human resource functions, including recruitment, selection, employment contracts, performance management and employee relations.
- Coordinate workplace health and safety activities and manage workers compensation matters where required.
- Develop, implement and review HR and volunteer policies, procedures, strategies and operational plans.
- Identify and manage organisational risks relating to staff and volunteer safety, wellbeing and compliance.

About You You need to be an approachable and confident leader who enjoys working with people and has the ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational responsibilities. You will bring a genuine passion for volunteer engagement, strong human resource management capabilities and the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the Centre.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Substantial experience in volunteer coordination and management, together with general human resource management experience.
- Proven leadership and management capabilities, with the ability to motivate,



guide and develop people.
- Highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to build productive relationships and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- A sound understanding of workplace health and safety, employment practices and organisational compliance.

Why Join the Dolphin Discovery Centre? This is an opportunity to be part of a passionate organisation making a meaningful contribution to marine conservation, community education and the protection of our local marine environment.

You will have the opportunity to influence organisational culture, support a diverse volunteer community and contribute to the ongoing success and development of an iconic Bunbury organisation.

A market-competitive salary package will be offered to the successful candidate, with employment conditions negotiated in line with experience and organisational requirements.

Please note: The position will require the successful applicant to work weekends on a rostered basis.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit:

- A comprehensive resume outlining relevant experience and achievements.
- A covering letter outlining your interest in the position and demonstrating how you meet the essential selection criteria.

For further information or to obtain a copy of the Form, please contact Joe Radici, on [0419 845 817](tel:0419 845 817) or via email at [email protected]. Written applications should be forwarded to Lauren Radici, Dillinger Group Development, via email at [email protected].

5:00p.m (WST), Sunday 15 November 2026.

📌 Manager Volunteer & HR Services - Bunbury Dolphin Discovery Centre
🏢 Dillinger Group Development
📍 Bunbury