Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Graduate Program

Work (and play) in regional WA! – Build your career with the Parks and Wildlife Service graduate program.

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

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