How our work supports the WA community
We lead sustainable development of WA’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors.
This includes unlocking and guiding economic opportunities for these sectors and regions, balanced with the stewardship of our land and aquatic resources.
In everything we do we take the approach of:
- Protect through stewardship of our people, land and aquatic resources.
- Grow our primary industries and regions through balancing social, economic and environmental drivers.
- Innovate through a culture of inquiry and adaptation.
Our vacation program
We have 4 placements:
Work with our Lobster and Crabs team which could include field work on one of our vessels, collecting samples, laboratory work and/or data analysis like extracting information from videos. We’ve previously worked closely with Murajuga community, working on their sea country to search for new resources to fish. Come join us in making a difference! It’s based out of our Geraldton office and would appeal to those studying science degrees. Students will need make their own accommodation arrangements in Geraldton.<\/strong>
Work with our Legal and Legislative Services team to coordinate responses to subpoenas and summons; learn how to publish legislation, get involved in developing and maintaining our operational and stakeholder engagement functions, and learn about how we interact with joint standing committees. If you’re studying law, we can offer a placement shadowing our legal team leaders in July.
Work with the Aboriginal Fishing Team where you could get exposure and help to develop customary fishing agreements and Aboriginal fishing guides for Traditional Owners; or supporting a ministerial advisory committee, or helping with fisheries management in areas like marine park implementation, climate change adaptation planning and working with research areas. There’s a lot of opportunity!
Work with the Aboriginal Economic Development Team to undertake desktop research to identify current providers and support options available for Aboriginal small business start ups and identify gaps in the market for future development.
What we need from you
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Open to learning and trying new things
- Our Lobster and Crab Team is looking for someone studying sciences and a genuine interest in our beautiful aquatic environment
- Our Legal and Legislative Services team is looking for someone with a genuine interest in working with in Legal and Legislative Services and studying Law would be a huge advantage
- Our Aboriginal Fishing Team is looking for someone studying sciences, in particular natural resource management such as marine, aquatic ecology, biology and environmental sciences; or someone studying public policy/politics and law with interests in fishing or Aboriginal culture and heritage.
- Our Aboriginal Economic Development Team is looking for someone with strong interest in research and helping Aboriginal people and communities to develop stronger local economies and businesses.
How we support you
- Culturally appropriate induction and mentoring, and the opportunity to see what we’re doing with our Reconciliation Action Plan
- Ongoing feedback and the opportunity to apply what you’ve learnt at uni
- Networking opportunities with experienced staff, alliance groups and other students
Your pay
Your pay will be around $1,400 each week.
This is the General Division Level 2 Step 1 pay rate plus 11% superannuation.
When
Our vacation program runs for 2 to 4 weeks through the June/July uni break. Full time is great but let us know if part time works better for you.
Where
Our Lobster and Crab position is in Geraldton.
The Legal and Legislative Services position is in the heart of the city at 140 William St (right above the Perth Underground train station).
The Aboriginal Fishing and the Aboriginal Economic Development Team positions are at 1 Nash St, on the train line and a hop, skip and a jump from Northbridge and the CBD.
Have a chat to us
Lobster and Crab – email Simon de Lestang simon.delestang@dpird.wa.gov.au or call 0401 003 132
Aboriginal Fishing – email Lenore Morris Lenore.morris@dpird.wa.gov.au or 9368 3910
Legal and Legislative Services – email Julie Nebel julie.nebel@dpird.wa.gov.au or call 0432 236 018
Aboriginal Economic Development – email Rachel Berman Rachel.Berman@dpird.wa.gov.au or call 0499 948 109
Apply now
To apply, email your CV and this completed application form to organisationaldevelopment@dpird.wa.gov.au
