Rottnest Island Authority - Temporary Employment Register 2026-2027

The Rottnest Island Authority (RIA) is seeking to establish a register of candidates for occasional short term contract or casual opportunities available across a range of positions which need to be filled at short notice.

Depending on our business needs, we may need full time, part time or casual staff for periods up to twelve (12) months.

Positions may be available in a range of areas including Administration, Finance, Media, Communications, Hospitality & Tourism, Project Management, Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Science, Conservation and Environmental Management. The register is actively monitored for various opportunities in these areas.

About Us

Established under the Rottnest Island Authority Act 1987, RIA is a statutory body responsible for the management of Wadjemup / Rottnest Island on behalf of the WA State Government.  

Reporting to the Minister for Tourism, RIA’s responsibilities centre on managing the island as a Class A Reserve for recreational purposes, maintaining and enhancing the island as a signature tourism destination in Western Australia. In adherence to governance standards and the Rottnest Island Management Plan, we apply prudent business principles that are vital to fulfil these responsibilities to the island and its stakeholders.

To learn more about RIA and what we have to offer, please visit our website here.

How to Apply

To express an interest for short term job opportunities, go to Temporary Employment Register.

After lodging your CV, you may be contacted to attend an interview if a suitable vacancy becomes available. Your CV will stay on our temporary register for three months, after which time, you will need to reapply.

Please note that if you are interested in permanent or long-term contract positions, you will need to apply separately for vacancies advertised on the WA Government Jobs website at https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/.

If you have any questions about our Temporary Employment Register, please contact us at ***********@dbca.wa.gov.au.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, it is essential to be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or to hold a visa that entitles you to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.

Substantive Equality Statement

The RIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. RIA also promotes flexible working arrangements.