About the program
Western Australia’s Parks and Wildlife Service is set to launch an exciting 2 year graduate development program in 2025.
We’re looking for graduates to join our experienced teams to work in some of the state’s most spectacular natural environments across 9 regional locations - from Broome in the north to Esperance in the south.
Picture your next 2 years being surrounded by supportive colleagues, gaining practical and hands-on skills, giving back to the environment and regional communities – with time to enjoy WA’s natural environment at its best.
It won’t just be a job, but a chance to build practical skills while gaining experiences you'll remember for life.
As a Parks and Wildlife graduate you can use your degree to contribute to:
- conserving WA’s unique plants and animals
- undertaking prescribed burning and bushfire response to manage ecosystems and protect communities
- jointly managing national and marine parks, and conservation reserves with Traditional Owners
- visitor appreciation and enjoyment of WA’s parks and reserves
- conserving WA’s unique forests and ecosystems
- protecting unique marine and coastal environments
Program highlights
- Orientation week in Exmouth to meet peers and department leaders
- 2 year program with structured learning and development
- Regionally based positions across the state
- Rotations through multiple service areas
- Exposure to mentors
- On the job learning backed by training opportunities
- Networking opportunities with DBCA peers and Public Sector Commission graduates
- Flexible work arrangements
- Free access to national parks
Attributes we are seeking in candidates
- Passionate about caring for WA’s biodiversity and looking after country
- Self motivated and enthusiastic
- Team player and strong collaborator
- Values driven and accountable
- Good at problem solving and able to think through complexity
- Willing to have a go
- Loves being outdoors
Application dates
Applications for our 2025 graduate program open in January/February 2025. However, you can register your interest now by sending an email to learning@dbca.wa.gov.au.
Contact us
Meg Williams – Capability Development Coordinator
T: 0428 928 738
E: learning@dbca.wa.gov.au