Principal Planner Cultural Heritage

4 months ago

Werribee, Australia Wyndham City Council Full time

Permanent, full time and Werribee based (flexible working arrangements available)
- Band 7 salary of $112,427.64 plus super and a fortnightly RDO

**We are Wyndham**, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

**We are committed to Reconciliation**, and recently launched a new Reconciliation Action Plan developed in consultation with the Wyndham Reconciliation Advisory Committee, and supported by our RAP Management Group and Executive Leadership Team RAP Champion.

Wyndham City Council offers a Deadly Induction Program, Cultural Leave, First Nations Employee Inclusion Group, and First Nations Unit cultural hub workspace, as well as recognising days of significance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

**A bit about the role**

As the Principal Planner Cultural Heritage within Wyndham Council’s Heritage Unit, you will lead Council’s Aboriginal Cultural Heritage planning and policy development in line with statutory requirements and best practice.

You will bring your substantial experience collaborating with First Peoples communities and Traditional Owners, including Registered Aboriginal Parties, to build strong working relationships and deliver positive outcomes for living Aboriginal Cultural Heritage in Wyndham.

**What you’ll do**
- Lead Council’s Aboriginal Cultural Heritage planning, strategy and policy development in consultation and collaboration with Registered Aboriginal Parties, community, and relevant Council departments.
- Administer planning responsibilities relevant to Aboriginal Cultural Heritage and ensure Council meets its obligations under the Wyndham Planning Scheme, the _Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006_, the _Planning and Environment Act 1987,_ and other relevant policy and legislation.
- Facilitate partnerships with key stakeholders including the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation, Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation, government and non-government agencies, internal stakeholders, and developers, and negotiate positive outcomes for Aboriginal Cultural Heritage in Wyndham.
- Provide strategic advice in the form of written reports, presentations and verbal advice to internal and external stakeholders regarding Aboriginal Cultural Heritage planning and management issues.
- Provide knowledge sharing and training to build the capacity of Council to engage effectively with Traditional Owner organisations and stakeholders and support positive outcomes for Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.
- Act as a key advisor on day-to-day issues relating to Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.

**What you’ll bring**
- Tertiary qualifications in cultural heritage management, archaeology, urban planning, Indigenous studies or related discipline with several years of experience in Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Management within Local Government and/or State Government or equivalent in the private sector, or lesser formal qualifications and substantial relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with First Peoples communities and Traditional Owner organisations including Registered Aboriginal Parties such as Wadawurrung Land Council Aboriginal Corporation and Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation.
- Demonstrated experience in liaising effectively, working collaboratively, and negotiating with a wide range of stakeholders, to facilitate cooperation and the achievement of positive outcomes.
- Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage management issues at a local and state level, including existing policy and legislation and emerging issues.
- Demonstrated experience in policy and strategy development and experience in managing complex projects.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with a wide range of audiences.
- A continuous improvement mindset with a positive, proactive, and flexible attitude.

**Be part of something more**

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

**What’s next?**

For a confidential discussion, please contact** Felicity Watson,** **Coordinator Heritage **on **03 8742 8478.**

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