THEY HAD A BALL ! - Town of Walpole

ABORIGINAL TRAINEESHIP VACANCY
Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC)
Frankland District, Walpole Office
The Department of Conservation and Land Management and the Department of Environment merged on the 1 st July 2006 to
become the Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC).
Conservation and Land Management Traineeship
Traineeship Agreement
(Salary Range $15,164 - $25,259 under the National Training Wage. In addition camping allowance is available)
We are seeking to employ one fulltime Aboriginal trainee to undertake a Conservation and Land Management Traineeship,
commencing in July 2007. The successful applicant will be based at the DEC Walpole Office and will undertake
a range of natural and cultural resource management duties, within the Frankland District national parks and
reserves.
The successful applicant will also undertake a Conservation and Land Management Traineeship, over three years,
which will involve completing Certificates II, III, IV in Conservation and Land Management. Upon successful completion
of the Traineeship, a permanent position will be offered within DEC.
The role will include assisting DEC staff with:
• Protection and management of culturally significant Aboriginal sites
• Working closely with the Traditional Owners of the area
• Nature Reserve Management
• Nature Conservation programs
• Fire Management Activities, including fire suppression
• Parks and Visitor Services activities
• General Office Duties
Aboriginality – Under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 - is a genuine requirement for this position. DEC
encourages both male and female applicants, with a connection to the South West and South Coast to apply.
Applications from people registered with local Job Networks and CDEP’s are encouraged.
Applicants must note that a current Western Australian Drivers Licence or significant progression towards one is
essential.
Applicants must submit a letter of expression of their interest and resume. Please include a photocopy of your
academic transcript and any relevant certifications. Applicants will be short listed for an interview and will undertake
literacy and numeracy assessment on the interview day.
Information Session
An information session relating to the above appointment will be provided at 1200hrs on the 29th May for all
interested applicants and family at the Walpole Recreation Centre, Latham Avenue, Walpole.
For further information regarding this position please contact Mark Virgo on (08) 9948-1208.
Applications should be received no later than midday on Wednesday 6 th June 2007 and should be addressed:
“Confidential Aboriginal Trainee Vacancy”, Department of Environment and Conservation, South Coast
Highway, Walpole, WA 6398.
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