Rottnest Island Authority (RIA) is staffed by a dedicated team of professionals from diverse backgrounds. We operate within the framework of the Rottnest Island Authority Act 1987 and the Rottnest Island Regulations 1988, ensuring that we contribute positively to a place that holds significance for people across Western Australia, Australia, and the world.
As part of RIA, you’re not just working for a statutory body. You will be part of Western Australia’s thriving tourism sector, working with private sector partners and others to maintain and enhance a visitor destination of national significance.
You’ll engage in a wide range of projects, from visitor services, infrastructure expansion and refurbishment to environmental and heritage conservation, which allow you to constantly expand your skill set and learn as you go.
We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce, one that reflects the communities we serve and live in.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Australians, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young and mature age workers, and members of the LGBTQI+ community to join our team.
As well as working with your team, you’ll also collaborate with a passionate and dedicated group of island businesses, industry bodies, and volunteers, all working together for the advancement of Rottnest Island.
Join a team that’s making a real difference in the current operations and future of Wadjemup / Rottnest Island.
To see the latest career opportunities available at Rottnest Island Authority, head to jobs.wa.gov.au to see current vacancies.
Organisational values guide how we interact with each other, work together, and help us create and uphold an inclusive, supportive culture that we all enjoy working in.
We’re committed to knowing and doing what is right.
We’re committed to team, partnership, and the support of others.
We’re committed to being transparent, taking ownership and responsibility.
We’re committed to the respect of people, culture, and place.
We’re committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
There are a wide variety of roles that go into making Rottnest Island what it is, all of which offer opportunities for employment.
If you prefer a more hands-on role, there are opportunities to work on the island in a variety of positions. From working in the Visitor Centre, to being a Rottnest Island Ranger, and everything in between, you’ll work side-by-side with visitors to the island, and actively contribute to what make Rottnest Island a world-class tourism destination.
We’re also on the lookout for those with specific skills, qualifications, experience, and drive to help us deliver on our key operational areas, including:
In spring, we advertise casual positions for roles at Pedal & Flipper Hire. Starting in November, these positions run during peak summer periods.
Search for open seasonal roles on Seek.We fall under the following legislation that governs the salaries and wages for people employed by Rottnest Island Authority.
Public Service Award 1992 - This sets out our conditions of employment.
Public Sector CSA Agreement 2021 - This outlines conditions of employment specific to the Public Service, which covers all RIA employees.
Rottnest Island Authority Agency Specific Agreement 2007 - This legislation is specific to our organisation, and covers the commuting, annualised hours, call out allowances, and more.
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