Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 23rd Apr 2024
- Regional WA > Wubin
Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is a global leader in conservation, providing hope for Australia’s wildlife with a science-informed, land management partnership approach that delivers high-impact results. We protect endangered wildlife across 12.9 million hectares in iconic regions such as the Kimberley, Cape York, the Top End and Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre.
AWC's mission - to deliver effective conservation for all native animal species and their habitats - is achieved by:
Four of these sanctuaries – Karakamia, Paruna, Faure Island and Mount Gibson – occur in southwestern Australia, an internationally recognised “biodiversity hotspot”. These sanctuaries are home to an internationally significant mammal reintroduction project involving species such as Woylies, Black-flanked Rock-wallabies and Western Barred Bandicoots.
Covering more than 130,000 hectares on the traditional lands of the Badimia people, Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary protects a large area of diverse habitat in the south of Western Australia. As part of the mammal reintroduction project taking place at Mt Gibson, AWC has established a 7,838 hectare feral-free area – the largest cat and fox-free area on mainland WA – into which 10 regionally extinct mammals have been reintroduced. This single property will therefore play a critical role in providing a secure future for nearly 10 per cent of Australia’s nationally threatened mammals.
The Sanctuary Manager manages the operations team based at Mt Gibson, which currently has 2 staff members and is supported by the wider SW operations team. The two streams of Operations and Science work closely together in a tight integrated manner to design, implement and measure the effectiveness of land management strategies as part of the national AWC approach to conservation.
In order to achieve success, you will need to manage and direct resources efficiently and in accordance with an approved budget and operations plan, informed by science-based strategies. The level of on-ground activity (feral animal control, weed control, fire management) is measured and reported on a regular basis. Engagement with key stakeholders and AWC supporters, including through Supporter Events and contributing to AWC’s communications program are also important functions of this role. In this respect, you need to be a strong advocate for AWC’s conservation model and achievements.
This role is based at Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary (via Wubin WA, approx 450km north-east of Perth) with an immediate start. This role works under an informal 10:4 roster. Accommodation and facilities (water, internet, electricity) is provided.
To view the detailed position description for this role, please see the supporting document at the bottom of this job ad.
Take the leap and start your next adventure with the AWC! AWC reserves the right to start screening applicants and interviewing throughout the recruitment process.
Initial enquiries: [email protected] using the subject line: Sanctuary Manager - Mount Gibson enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Applications: To submit an application, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete an online application form. Your application must include CV and covering letter, briefly addressing the critical competencies listed in the detailed job description attachment.
AWC is a welcoming and inclusive organisation that invites individuals from diverse backgrounds, such as those who identify as First Nations and Torres Strait Islander, individuals with disabilities, the LGBTIQA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and those from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, to apply for the opportunity. AWC values and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves, and where a range of perspectives, cultures, and voices are respected and recognised as a key part to the success of AWC. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must also have the right to live and work in Australia.
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