Aboriginal Heritage

**Achieve sustainable outcomes by supporting a centre of expertise in Aboriginal Heritage & Native Title advice**:

- ** Provide leadership & expert technical advice on Aboriginal Heritage & Native Title compliance**:

- ** Permanent opportunity with flexible work arrangements & salary of $151,114 plus 11.5% Super**

**This role is pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent.**

Want to make a real difference in preserving Aboriginal heritage while enabling projects to proceed? We're seeking a passionate Leader to join our team. You'll get to travel across the diverse landscapes of WA, consulting and collaborating with Native Title holders to find mutually agreeable solutions. This is a unique opportunity to bridge divides and bring people together, guided by cultural understanding and respect.

**In this role you will**:

- Become an expert in Aboriginal Heritage and Native Title matters, using your knowledge to assess projects and provide clear guidance to minimise risks to Heritage and Native Title while ensuring the efficient delivery of Water Corporation’s capital projects and operational activities
- Build open and trusting relationships with Traditional Owners through transparent communication and proven reliability
- Present at internal and external stakeholder meetings to find common ground amidst complex situations
- Travel throughout WA's regional and remote locations

**Your skills and experience**:
There are a few things that we’ll look for in your CV.
- Experience and knowledge in Cultural Heritage Management
- Strong personal leadership with integrity, clear communication, accountability, vision, and self-awareness
- Considerable experience in community engagement dealing with Aboriginal Heritage and/or Native Title with knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal protocols
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and administrative procedures in Western Australia in relation to Aboriginal Heritage and Native Title
- Demonstrated organisational and project management skills
- Ability to travel to regional offices and communities within the State

If making a positive impact through culturally sensitive consultation sounds rewarding, we'd love to hear from you

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

**Applications close Wednesday 25**th** September 2024**

**Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace**:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.