Cultural Heritage Coordinator

About Seqwater

Water is essential for life. At Seqwater, we're not just delivering water—we're driving innovation, growth and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland.

As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city in Australia, our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie.

As we enter an exciting period of expansion, we're embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders, constantly striving to enhance the quality of service we provide. As we modernise our systems and invest in smarter water grids, we remain focused on delivering the highest standard of service, always with the future in mind.

Our transformation is about more than just infrastructure—it's about people. Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting, meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve, and this is reflected in Our Vision, Water for Life, Our Promise - Safe for Life, and Our Values of integrity, respect, care, and courage that shape everything we do.

Seqwater is seeking an experienced and passionate leader to join and lead the stepping up of our Cultural Heritage team. As Cultural Heritage Coordinator, you will guide and inspire a dedicated team to deliver sensitive and compliant cultural heritage practices across our operations.

Reporting to the Principal Catchment, Land & Heritage, you will lead the development of strategic frameworks, plans, and compliance systems, while fostering meaningful partnerships with Traditional Owner groups and statutory authorities. This role requires a collaborative leader with exceptional communication and mentoring skills, capable of providing expert advice on cultural heritage matters relating to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous heritage.

If you're committed to cultural heritage excellence and ready to drive performance and positive change, we'd love to hear from you

• Facilitating the development of strategies, frameworks and plans to guide the delivery of Cultural Heritage products and services.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of cultural heritage compliance systems across Seqwater.
• Partnering with Seqwater staff, to provide expert technical advice to Seqwater personnel on compliance matters relative to the capital and operational program activities which may impact upon Indigenous and non-Indigenous cultural heritage.
• Leading discussions and negotiations with Traditional Owner groups and statutory authorities (State and Commonwealth) to establish working initiatives and agreements for compliance purposes.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Degree in archaeology, heritage management, heritage conservation, anthropology, or equivalent.
• Significant demonstrated professional experience in a directly relevant position.
• High level of understanding and working knowledge of applicable legislation and heritage practice.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical advice in relation to non-Indigenous and Indigenous cultural heritage management

This position has a salary range of $132,491.09 - $142,924.42 (dependent on skills and experience) plus 12.75% superannuation and is a full-time permanent position.

Aboriginal and Torries Strait Islanders encouraged to apply.

Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits.

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At Seqwater we care.

We offer competitive pay and job security while prioritising the health and wellbeing of our employees through initiatives such as immunisation programs and skin checks. Our flexible hybrid working options help you balance your career with your personal life.

You'll benefit from discounted memberships, ongoing professional development opportunities, and generous leave options, including the ability to purchase additional leave.

At Seqwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity, ensuring everyone feels included, respected, and treated fairly.

Submit your cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and your resume via the Apply button.