The Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation is a Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP) appointed under the Aboriginal Heritage Act **** (Vic.).
We represent the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Traditional Owners of Melbourne and the Greater Melbourne region and take great pride in our responsibility for protecting and managing Aboriginal cultural heritage objects and places on Wurundjeri Country.The Corporation provides a range of cultural services, including environmental land management, cross-cultural education, traditional Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremonies, research, and cultural consultations.The Narrap UnitThe Narrap Unit is the dedicated Caring for Country unit of WWCHAC.
The unit incorporates two distinct but connected programs – the Ranger Program and the Water Program – and centres itself on asserting and maintaining Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung cultural rights and responsibilities of protecting and caring for Country.
The unit also creates opportunities for Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and other First Nations people to have culturally meaningful, secure work that supports professional development and the continued management of country.The Role - Narrap Ranger (Location: Healesville/Craigieburn)The Ranger Program is focused on delivering Country restoration and management work - healing Country guides our program.
Through our skilled and experienced team, the Ranger Program embeds Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country management principles and practices in Natural Resource Management (NRM).
We work with an array of different clients including state government agencies and water corporations, LGAs, non-profits and the private sector.
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our Ranger Program includes a path for First Nations people to develop careers in the environmental management.Key ResponsibilitiesWork as part of a team to manage a range of environmental and natural resources, including:Restoration and regeneration of landscapes, including planting and environmental weed controlMonitoring fauna and flora habitats ahead of land management activitiesTrack maintenance and fire track slashing and clearingWorks reportingDelivery of the Narrap Unit Fire programTake direction from Crew Leaders to ensure high-quality work on Country.Ensure management are informed of any barriers faced to delivering work.Adhere to all OHS processes and procedures required.Assist in mentoring Narrap Ranger trainees.Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with the Wurundjeri Elders, Wurundjeri staff and other stakeholders as required to perform your role.Advocate for Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung rights and interests as Traditional Owners and act as a role model for the Wurundjeri Corporation in all that you do.Skills, Qualifications and ExperienceCertificate III in Conservation and Land ManagementChemcert or ACUPCurrent Victorian Drivers Licence (and transportation) and ability to operate four-wheel drive vehicleConstruction OHS Induction card (White/Red Card)Chainsaw Level 1.
Operate and Maintain Chainsaws (desirable)Ability to operate four-wheel drive vehicleHigh-level communication,



written and customer service skillsAble to identify indigenous and exotic flora speciesKnowledge of best practice environmental standards for both workplace and residential settingsDemonstrated strong track record in Conservation/Land Management, preferable within VictoriaA high level of knowledge and experience in environmental and natural resource management techniques, including herbicide applications using knapsacks and high-volume rig equipment, hand weeding, woody weed removal, revegetation works, brush cutting and GPS mappingReasonable knowledge and appreciation of Aboriginal cultures and matters, including cultural safety and social issuesComfortable to work in all weather conditions, depending on the tasks requiredComfortable with the demanding physical requirements of the roleWorking With Children CheckNational Police CheckRight to work in Australia without restrictionBenefits of Working at Wurundjeri CorporationCultural alignment: Work with like-minded people to support and develop the Wurundjeri Community and Corporation and ensure the ongoing protection of Wurundjeri Heritage.Collaborative culture: Work with a forward-thinking, diverse team that values your insights.Growth culture: We invest in your development through career pathways, mentorship and training.Top-tier benefits: Competitive salary and work-life balance perks that make a difference.Make an impact: Be part of something bigger and help shape the services we deliver.Not-for-profit salary packaging perks, with the opportunity to earn tax-free income.Free onsite parking.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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📌 Narrap Ranger (Melbourne)
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