Manager Native Vegetation Regulation

Job title: Manager Native Vegetation Regulation

Company: Government of Western Australia


Job description: As Western Australia’s primary water and environmental regulator, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has a responsibility to be an influential and future-focused organisation. Our vision is for a low-carbon Western Australia with a healthy environment and secure water resources for future generations.The department holds itself accountable to being fair, efficient and effective. We respect First Nations people’s people knowledge and cultural advice. As a forward-looking department we are guided by good science and embrace new technologies and practices. We value and engage with our stakeholders and we strive to be transparent in all we do and to build trusted relationships.Our values-based culture reflects who we are and how we go about business. We would love you to see some of the exciting work and opportunities available at DWER.We care | We build trust | Better together | Open minds | We serve to make a differenceFind out more about us by visiting our website at www.dwer.wa.gov.auThe Opportunity:
This is a permanent opportunity to join the Native Vegetation Regulation branch!You will manage staff and resources in accordance with statutory and Departmental requirements whilst fostering a positive, energised, and stakeholder – focused culture.In this role you will manage a team within the Native Vegetation Regulation Branch, you will have primary responsibility for oversight and management of the regulation of native vegetation clearing under the Environmental Protection Act 1986, to ensure appropriate assessment and determination of applications for native vegetation clearing permits and clearing referrals, that are effective and enforceable and within target timeframes.You will manage staff and resources in accordance with statutory and Departmental requirements whilst fostering a positive, energised, and stakeholder – focused culture.You will contribute to the development and implementation of policies, strategies, plans, standards and programs for the effective regulation of native vegetation.You will also have a role in facilitating positive and effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including the community, with other government authorities and across the Department and manages the resolution of contentious issues that may arise from the assessment of native vegetation clearing permit application and clearing referral decisions.As a department we recognise that flexible working arrangements support effective work-life balance, empowers our people and increases team productivity. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth bring to our workforce.For further information about the opportunity we encourage you to contact Mathew Gannaway, A/Senior Manager Native Vegetation Regulation on (08) 6364 7164 during business hours or via email at mat.gannaway@dwer.wa.gov.auHow to apply
If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following in Word or PDF format:

• A comprehensive CV that details your experience relevant to this opportunity;
• A two (2) page cover letter outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in context of the work related requirements including, copy of your Bachelor of Science qualification (degree and transcript) in an environmental related field*
• Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager)

Please Note:

• To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
• DWER conducts employment screening which may include a National Criminal History check.
• Applicants who consider their degree is equivalent to a Bachelor of Science may be asked to confirm and evidence equivalency from the issuing university. Applicants with an overseas qualification must submit a valid assessment from the Overseas Qualification Unit (OQU). For more information visit migration.wa.gov.au

For technical difficulties while applying online or information about the application process, please contact us for assistance on (08) 6364 6420 or at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au – email address not to be used for submission of applications.Access Needs
We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:

• TTY/voice calls – 133 677
• Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
• SMS relay – 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6364 6420.This process may be used to fill similar vacancies that may arise within DWER and across the WA public sector over the next twelve (12) months. Vacancies may be full-time or part-time, permanent or fixed term with possibility of extension or permanency in a variety of metropolitan and regional locations.
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent vacancies in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of Commissioner’s Instruction 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.CLOSING DATE: 4pm Wednesday 2 July (Australian Western Standard Time)Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.

Expected salary: $146998 – 157135 per year

Location: Joondalup, WA

Job date: Wed, 18 Jun 2025 22:41:22 GMT

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