Position No: DBCA3152941

Salary/Level: Level 3, $89,464 - $96,043 p.a. plus Superannuation

Tenure: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Geraldton, Western Australia

The Murchison District extends along the coast from Dongara in the south to north of Kalbarri then inland to Cue. The district office is located in Geraldton, with work centres at Kalbarri, Thundelarra, Cue, and Abrolhos Islands. The lands and waters we manage with our Traditional Owner partners are varied and beautiful, from coastal cliffs, dunes and heath to outback ranges and vast scrublands.

About the location

With a population of 41,000 and located 450km north of Perth, Geraldton boasts a beautiful coastline, a mediterranean climate, excellent schools, a vibrant sporting community and all the amenities of a regional city centre.

This role is based in DBCA’s Murchison District, which encompasses an area bounded by the Zuytdorp cliffs in the north-west, Meekatharra in the north-east, Paynes Find in the south-east and Dongara in the south-west. The Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park is also part of the district, lying 50km offshore from Geraldton and stretching north for 100km.

The district is over 20 million hectares in size and is one of the most diverse DBCA districts in the state, comprising large areas of agricultural, coastal, rangeland and marine landscapes. The Murchison River is a significant feature of the area, terminating in a spectacular gorge system at the coast in Kalbarri.

About the role

We currently have an opportunity for a Fire Operations Officer to join our team.

Under the direction of the District Fire Coordinator, this position:

• Assists in the planning, organisation and implementation of works programs and operations relating to fire management.
• Provides a GIS specialist function for the Murchison District, maintaining GIS databases, field data capture capability and map production.
• Undertakes an active role in departmental prescribed burning and bushfire suppression operations.
• Participates in the preparation and delivery of allocated works programs to agreed standards and timeframes.
• Liaises with community, key stakeholders and community groups in a positive and informed manner.

Application Instructions:

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

• A written response addressing the three (3) requested criteria below (in no more than three (3) pages).
• A current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

Selection Criteria

1. Knowledge of and experience in the management of fire related activities for biodiversity conservation and community asset protection purposes including bushfire suppression, incident management principles and practices and the planning and implementation of prescribed burning programs.
2. Experience in liaising with external organisations, including local authorities, private companies, other government agencies, stakeholders (including indigenous) and community interest groups.
3. Knowledge and skills in leading and managing teams, including implementing works programs, scheduling work, setting and reviewing goals and controlling and reviewing progress, with a preference for experience in managing volunteers and contractors.

Please click “Apply” and you will be redirected to the WA Government Jobs Board website at https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ where you can submit your application online.

For further information on the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

For further job-related information, please contact Julia French on 04•• ••• 271.

Closing date: Thursday, 9 July 2026 at 12 noon AWST (2pm AEST). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.