Rangers Assistant

Role overview

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is seeking a permanent, full-time Rangers Assistant for its Kalbarri base. The position sits at RNPGA Grade RA1 with a salary range of $54,710 to $60,541 per year, plus district allowance and 12% superannuation.

This role supports the care of Kalbarri National Park and its visitor infrastructure, helping protect biodiversity, maintain facilities, and improve visitor experiences in one of Western Australia’s most iconic park settings.

Kalbarri National Park features the lower reaches of the Murchison River and an 80-kilometre gorge carved through red and white banded sandstone, with well-known attractions such as Nature’s Window, The Loop, Z-Bend, Hawks Head, Ross Graham Lookout, and Meanarra Hill.

Key duties

• Support upkeep and servicing of park assets, visitor facilities, and related infrastructure across the Kalbarri work centre area.
• Assist with visitor management, park and visitor services projects, interpretive activities, fire-related duties, weed control, feral animal management, and conservation work as directed.
• Help with the planning and delivery of new recreational facilities.
• Carry out works in line with departmental policies, guidelines, and management plans.

Selection criteria

• Ability to carry out manual tasks linked to cleaning, servicing, and maintaining visitor facilities such as toilets, car parks, trails, and recreation areas, while communicating effectively with the public.
• Experience or capability in basic outdoor construction and maintenance tasks, including weed control, pruning, and the use of hand tools, power tools, 4WD vehicles, and small engines.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements, including task risk assessment, correct use of PPE, and safe handling of chemicals.
• Current Western Australian C-class driver’s licence, or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe.

About the organisation

DBCA is one of Western Australia’s largest state government employers, with roles spanning biodiversity conservation, park and natural resource management, scientific work, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research, and education.

The department encourages personal leadership, expects staff to contribute positively to change, and offers a workplace focused on environmental stewardship and public service.

Benefits

• Flexible work options.
• 12% employer superannuation and salary packaging choices.
• An extra public sector holiday each year.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring, and parental leave.
• Confidential employee assistance for staff and family members, including psychology and counselling support.
• Annual National Park Entry Pass.
• Established learning and development programs.

Application requirements

Applicants must submit their materials online. The application package should include a covering letter, a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than three pages, and a current CV with details for two referees, including one current or recent manager or supervisor.

Documents must be uploaded in MS Word (.docx) or PDF format. Late submissions, emailed applications, and proforma applications will not be accepted.

For role enquiries, contact Greg O'Reilly on 0461 455 791.

Eligibility and conditions

To be appointed on a permanent basis, applicants must hold Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent residency.

The employer may seek additional applicants where needed to broaden or strengthen the candidate field.

Reasonable adjustments are available for candidates with disability, including alternative application methods. Aboriginal applicants seeking support with their application may contact Jobs and Skills WA.

Similar appointments may be created in locations across Western Australia within a 12-month period, and these may be permanent or contract roles, including contract positions with a pathway to permanency.

The successful applicant must already hold, or be able to obtain before starting, a current Western Australian C-class driver’s licence.

Additional notes

The organisation advises that full role details, selection information, and application guidance are available through the job application kit and role documentation.