Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 23rd Jun 2021
Desert Support Services Pty Ltd (DSS) is committed to achieving outcomes for the Traditional Owners of the Central Desert region of Western Australia. We help our clients use their traditional lands to fulfil their highest social, cultural and economic aspirations.
DSS provides a range of services that are geared towards supporting Aboriginal Corporations to achieve a sustainable and independent future, focusing on building capacity by empowering local and regional decision making.
This is an exceptional opportunity to work with Traditional Owners on a highly successful and long-running land management program with strong partnerships, including with Bush Heritage Australia, to create long lasting ecological and social impact in the region.
The purpose of this role is to lead land management projects and activities in the Birriliburu Indigenous Protected Area (IPA), located within the Little Sandy and Gibson Deserts.
This includes:
The Birriliburu people have been actively building their capacity to lead and manage projects and have recently formed their own land management company, Birriliburu Pty Ltd (BPL). A key part of the role will be to provide mentorship and support to BPL to help them take on more and more of the running of their land management programs.
The role requires you to travel and work remotely in the field and at the Wiluna Ranger Base for extended periods of time during the field season (roughly February to November).
How do you apply for this fantastic position that offers an opportunity to work in a progressive, rewarding and hands-on working environment?
Simply:
*Note: Applications will only be accepted when submitted through the Desert Support Services .com website and when accompanied by a detailed Cover Letter addressing the Selection Criteria.
To understand this opportunity in more detail, contact Stuart Bradfield or for questions on the application process please contact HR on 09 9425 2099.
Applications close 9.00am (WST) Monday 12 July 2021.
All applications will be treated strictly confidential and an update will be provided to you throughout the recruitment campaign.
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.