First Nations Engagement and RAP Advisor

FIRST NATIONS ENGAGEMENT AND RAP ADVISOR (50D)

We are Western Australia Return Recycle Renew, (WARRRL). We are the team that has been leading the recycling revolution that is Containers for Change.  We have developed and supported a strong, diverse network of 300 refund points, providing employment opportunities through commercial, social enterprise and not for profit organisations.  In just over 5 years, we have saved over 4.4 billion containers from landfill.   Our success is echoed by the container recovery rate increasing from 33% to 66% in that time.  With our new strategic plan just being launched, our vision: to create a circular economy for containers, promoting positive social and environmental impact.  To find out more please visit our website at

The Opportunity

As the First Nations Engagement and RAP Advisor at WA Return Recycle Renew, you will play a hands-on role in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organisation's Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), and to foster respectful, meaningful, and culturally safe relationships with First Nations peoples, communities, and organisations.

We are seeking a passionate and strategic professional to lead the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), ensuring initiatives align with our broader business objectives and contribute meaningfully to reconciliation outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and deliver impactful RAP initiatives that drive organisational effectiveness and align with scheme-wide goals.
• Ensure RAP projects are embedded within the business strategy and championed across all levels of the organisation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and the RAP Working Group (RWG) to coordinate deliverables and promote inclusive engagement activities.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with First Nations communities, sponsored organisations, and other key stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and deliver shared outcomes.
• Plan and facilitate cultural initiatives and events such as NAIDOC Week, National Reconciliation Week, and yarning circles to build awareness and support internal cultural capability.
• Provide subject matter expertise and cultural advice to guide First Nations projects, ensuring alignment with organisational values and goals.
• Monitor RAP progress, including tracking key deliverables, timelines, and impact measures in accordance with Reconciliation Australia guidelines.
• Develop and maintain RAP-related tools, templates, and communication resources to ensure consistency, clarity, and relevance.
• Manage stakeholder engagement systems, maintain accurate contact records, and implement feedback mechanisms to drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee governance processes, including reporting ensuring accountability and transparency.
• Support recruitment and procurement strategies that promote First Nations participation and economic inclusion.
• Manage RAP budgets and associated activities, ensuring alignment with annual business plans and risk mitigation for First Nations engagement.

This is a full-time opportunity, based in Subiaco.

About you

WARRRL recognises Aboriginality as a genuine occupational qualification for this position under 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply, you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as such, and be recognised by the community.

• We are looking for someone with demonstrated experience and strengths in the following areas:
• Demonstrated experience working with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, Aboriginal stakeholders and businesses, and developing networks and relationships.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects with parallel timelines for delivery.
• Preferred qualification in community development, community services or related fields, or demonstrated relevant work experience.
• Preferred experience with Reconciliation Action Plans (desirable)

• Preferred experience working within a not-for-profit environment (desirable)

• A valid Western Australian driver's license

Our Culture and Benefits

WARRRL is strongly committed to fostering a workplace culture that is safe and accessible for all.  We are driving diversity and inclusion as part of the way we work with our first Reconciliation Action Plan (Reflect) now complete.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Employee benefits include:

• Be part of a growing, purpose-driven organisation committed to sustainability
• An extra 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period
• One wellbeing day and one volunteer day per year
• Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development
• Amazing flexible working options
• Great parental leave benefits
• Regular team days and social club activities
• Access to our wellbeing benefits and perpetual discounts providing discounts and special offers on entertainment, clothing, homewares, gift cards, technology, travel, dining and more
• Membership to LinkedIn Learning
• Access to salary sacrifice.

We look forward to receiving your application and can promise that every application will be read by our Talent Team, and all applications will receive a communication from us.

How to apply

If you are interested in this position, click "Apply" at the top of the page. Please submit a cover page addressing the about you section above (no more than 3 pages) along with a copy of your CV.

Please note: that only applications submitted via Seek with a covering letter will be considered.

For more information about the role please contact Megan May, Chief Business Officer at

Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday 15 October 2025. Please note, WARRRL reserves the right to hire prior to the closing date.