Regional Leader Parks and Visitor Services

Regional Leader Parks and Visitor Services Join to apply for the Regional Leader Parks and Visitor Services role at Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Base Pay Range $120,457.00/yr – $149,485.00/yr Location Karratha, Western Australia Application Deadline Midday on Monday, 8 December 2025 Responsibilities Under limited direction (Level 6) or minimal direction (Level 7) of the Regional Manager, this position: Leads and coordinates the planned development and delivery of the department’s parks and visitor services (PVS) in the Pilbara Region including Aboriginal liaison and cultural heritage. Supports the implementation of strategic plans and programs for sustainable environmental management and visitor services. Selection Criteria Extensive (Level 7) or considerable (Level 6) experience in the provision of visitor services associated with the natural environment, in developing and implementing related operational plans, management plans and strategies, and familiarity with principles of planning and ecologically sustainable development. Substantial (Level 7) or considerable (Level 6) experience and competence in financial management and other management systems; including project management, risk management and information technology. Extensive (Level 7) or considerable (Level 6) experience in effective management and leadership of teams, and in negotiating, communicating and liaising with the community, media, and special interest groups including Aboriginal people. Extensive (Level 7) or considerable (Level 6) knowledge and experience in engaging, communicating, liaising and working successfully with Traditional Owners and joint management partners to deliver visitor experience programs. Benefits of Working With Us Flexible 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. 5 days North West Leave per year. District Allowance. 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. Annual National Park Entry Pass. Well‑established learning and development programs. Housing. Relocation and other allowances. Free staff parking. How to Apply Provide a statement addressing the four selection criteria (no more than three pages). Submit a current CV, including details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor. Contact Contact Alicia Whittington on or visit Eligibility To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract. 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 or 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 . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr