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 the 2025 graduate program are now open and close on 31 January 2025.
Go to Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions for more information.
Contact us
Meg Williams – Capability Development Coordinator
T: 0428 928 738
E: learning@dbca.wa.gov.au
