Aboriginal Heritage Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Aboriginal Identified Opportunity - Aboriginal Heritage Officer
• Environment Officer Class 7
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $109,102 to $120,542 + super
• Temporary full-time (up to 11 September 2026) opportunity
• Based in Broken Hill

Heritage NSW works with communities to protect, celebrate and manage our incredible heritage across NSW. If you are keen to be a part of a high performing, multi-disciplinary team that helps conserve and protect the Aboriginal, built and archaeological heritage of NSW, then this is the job for you

This is an Aboriginal Identified role where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act

About you

The successful applicant will need to be flexible, understanding and embrace cultural protocols and practices so that relationships between Aboriginal communities and the wider community are well facilitated. Your ability to navigate complex issues with sensitivity and respect will contribute to an inclusive environment where Aboriginal heritage is recognised, respected, and celebrated. Your excellent communication skills are essential to pave the way for meaningful collaboration and positive outcomes for all involved parties. The ability to manage multiple competing priorities whilst delivering within statutory timeframes is essential.

Dedication to producing quality outcomes, delivering results, and ensuring great customer service will be highly valued in this role. You will be required to build strong relationships with other government agencies and key stakeholders to bring a collaborative approach to the conservation of cultural heritage.

About the role

Heritage NSW is seeking a dedicated Aboriginal Heritage Officer to join the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Conservation team. This role presents a unique and meaningful opportunity to contribute to the conservation of Aboriginal cultural heritage across a diverse range of sites - from smaller, individual locations to extensive cultural landscapes. These areas hold deep spiritual, historical, social, educational, and natural resource significance for Aboriginal communities.

As the Aboriginal Heritage Officer, you will join an energetic and supportive team to help deliver heritage conservation programs of cultural heritage sites. You'll provide sound advice on Aboriginal cultural heritage matters to a range of stakeholders including landowners, local communities, government agencies, schools and interest groups. As these stakeholders are in various locations, you will need to hold a current driver's licence and be willing to undertake travel for periods of work away from home, as operational needs dictate.

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications or sound experience in Aboriginal cultural heritage or relevant field.
• Driver's Licence and willingness to travel.
• This is an Identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role.

• Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and

• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and

• is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

For more information read the full Role Description: Aboriginal Heritage Officer

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close: Tuesday 30 September 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jodielyn Edge via or on

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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