Description:
The Ranger position is responsible for contributing to the effective operational management of parks and reserves within the Far West District including; supporting park visitors to ensure they enjoy a safe and memorable experience, supporting the maintenance and presentation of park facilities and assets, participation in fire and emergency response, and working with key partners such as park neighbours, conservation partners, volunteers and Aboriginal communities.
- Will be required to participate in emergency operations including bushfire operations, search and rescue and marine mammal strandings. This may require at times, some out of hours work including the participation in an “on-call” roster.
- Will be required to undertake a medical and fitness assessment for a Fire Fighting Role Classification as defined in the DEW Fire Management Policy and Procedures.
- Will be required to work some weekends and public holidays for which a penalty rate will be applied.
- May be required to work from any location within the region or any region or management unit within the state.
- Will be required to wear a uniform in accordance with DEW policy.
- Current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
- Intra-state travel is required, including time away from home and travel in light aircraft.
- A current Provide First Aid Certificate is highly desirable (HLTAID001; HLTAID002 and HLTAID003).
- This role has functions pertaining to working with children and is prescribed under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act 2016as requiring a Working With Children Check (WWCC). By applying for this role you consent to being screened for appropriate behaviour and to the Department obtaining, or requiring you to obtain a WWCC.
- This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. By applying for this role you consent to being screened under the process of obtaining a National Police Clearance (NPC), and to the Department requiring you to obtain an NPC.