Indigenous Relations Support Officer

3 months ago


Brisbane, Australia Powerlink Full time

**At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you**:
We believe life’s about possibilities. And so is the future. That’s why we need you.

We’re working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge. Join us and make it happen.

**Life at Powerlink**:
As an Indigenous Relations Support Officer you’ll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 253,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.
- Work a 9-day fortnight with RDOs every second week.
- Additional leave purchasing
- 14 weeks paid parental leave - at full or half pay
- Hybrid, family-friendly flexible working arrangements including substitution of public holidays.
- 14.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
- Health & wellbeing benefits, including corporate health plan with employee discounts, annual flu vaccinations.
- Robust leadership development through integrated programs, fostering growth across all levels.

**Find a career that matters and lasts**:
As an Indigenous Relations Officer, you'll provide vital administrative support to our Indigenous Relations Team, and support our engagement with Traditional Owner groups and First Nations stakeholders.You will also:

- Coordinate logistics, budgeting, field activities and scheduling for meetings and field activities with Traditional Owner groups, service providers, and internal stakeholders.
- Support the team in the development of respectful relationships with First Nations People through collaborating with stakeholders and assisting with the development of initiatives and opportunities for partnerships with First Nations communities.
- Develop strong, service-focused relationships with stakeholders through effective communication and engagement.
- Monitor and provide support for invoicing and purchasing requirements and liaise with the Administrative Support team to ensure financial information is reconciled and timely responses are provided to stakeholders.
- Provide high level assistance and support for Indigenous Relations initiatives including liaison with Traditional Owner groups, developing documents and procedures, participate in meetings with external stakeholders and attending to actions in support of First Nations relationships and partnerships and Powerlink’s Reconciliation Action Plan.
- Respond to internal requests for advice on Indigenous Relations including conducting searches of databases, registers, internal agreements and documents

**The community you will join**:
You'll become part of a vibrant and inclusive team dedicated to fostering positive change and meaningful relationships. Our team is committed to embracing cultural diversity, promoting reconciliation, and building strong, respectful relationships with Traditional Owner groups and First Nations communities. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals who value collaboration and cultural understanding in everything they do.

**Your expertise**:

- Associate Diploma in Business or Communications or equivalent; or experience in working with First Nations People on matters relating to maintaining positive relationships.
- Significant experience in project, accounts, or administrative support roles within a team environment.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and conflicting deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience in advising stakeholders on Indigenous partnership matters.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to prepare accurate records and reports.
- Ability to work effectively in diverse and cross-functional teams.

**Be the start of every possibility**:
There’s lots to love about a career with Powerlink. But our people say there’s three things that really stand out:

- ** A career that matters and lasts**: You’ll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, clean energy future.
- ** Unique work and the chance to grow**: You’ll help find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
- ** People who love to support and share**: You’ll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you’ll be proud to work with.

**Our commitment to inclusion and belonging**:



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