Ranger (Marine), Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions

Position Overview

Application Deadline: June 5, 2026

Salary: AUD $69,333 to $75,624 per annum, plus 25% No Fixed Hours Loading, District Allowance, Coxswain Allowance, Air Conditioning Allowance, and 12% Superannuation

Description

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is hiring a permanent full-time Ranger (Marine) in Kununurra, Western Australia, paying AUD $69,333 to $75,624 plus loadings and allowances, with applications closing midday Friday 5 June 2026.

DBCA is one of Western Australia’s largest state government agencies, providing career opportunities in biodiversity conservation, park and natural resource management. The Kimberley Region manages over 3.8 million hectares of land and water, including Purnululu, Windjana Gorge, Geikie Gorge, and Tunnel Creek national parks, alongside world-class marine experiences such as Horizontal Falls and Montgomery Reef.

Under the direction of the Senior Ranger (Marine), this position carries out operational activities and field logistics within the North Kimberley Marine Park and island reserves across the East Kimberley District.

Responsibilities

• Develop, supervise, and deliver programs for parks and visitor services and conservation, with a focus on marine park operations.
• Manage visitor risk, liaise with commercial operators, and lead emergency response and mitigation works.
• Facilitate delivery of research and monitoring programs as directed.
• Conduct compliance patrols and maintain departmental vessels and operational equipment.
• Skipper departmental vessels in the North Kimberley Marine Park and island reserves.
• Develop and deliver education and interpretive programs.
• Implement works programs consistent with departmental guidelines, policies, and management plans.

Requirements

• Ability to implement operational plans and works programs for visitor management and natural resource management, with emphasis on marine and coastal environments.
• Experience in vessel operations and logistics, including commanding vessels up to 12 metres in length.
• Good interpersonal skills with experience in patrol and enforcement and liaising with the public, commercial tourism operators, community groups, Indigenous groups, and other government agencies.
• Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent residency.
• Current Working with Children Check, satisfactory National Police Check, and current Western Australian “C” class driver’s licence on commencement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate of Competency, Coxswain Class 1 (Near Coastal) or higher.

Additional Notes

• Permanent, full-time position based in Kununurra.
• Benefits include flexible working arrangements, 12% superannuation, 5 days of North West Leave per year, District Allowance, 1 additional public sector holiday per year, Ranger leave entitlements, cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, study and bereavement leave, and a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• An annual National Park Entry Pass is provided.
• A 5% administrative wage increase applies on top of the salary range under the Rangers (National Parks) General Agreement 2022 until the new agreement is registered.
• Similar appointments may be made from this process for up to 12 months across Western Australia.

How to Apply

Apply online through the Jobs WA portal by midday Friday 5 June 2026. Submit applications in MS Word (.docx) or PDF format.

Required application materials:

• Covering letter.
• Statement addressing the three selection criteria in no more than three pages.
• Current CV with details of two referees, one being a recent or current manager or supervisor.

For job-related questions, contact Toby Larke on 0436 114 957.