Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services

Location: Hume

Reference: VG/190826/1942766ACHC

Provide specialist advice to protect Aboriginal Cultural Heritage (ACH) values across Parks Victoria's Northeast Region. This is a Designated Aboriginal Position (DAP).

- Be part of a supportive and motivated team culture
- Be a key point of contact for embedding cultural heritage protection into park management practices
- Enjoy a healthy work life balance with flexible working options

About the role

As the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Coordinator for the Northeast Region, you will play a vital role in supporting Parks Victoria's regions and business areas to protect Aboriginal Cultural Heritage (ACH) values by delivering regional operations plans and providing technical specialist advice on ACH identification and protection. This position ensures compliance with the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006, builds capacity among staff and partners, and offers strategic guidance for timely responses to ACH matters. Working closely with Registered Aboriginal Parties, Traditional Owner organisations, and other key government stakeholders, the Advisor fosters solid partnerships and actively embeds cultural heritage protection into park management practices, strengthening organisational objectives and safeguarding heritage for future generations.

About the Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division

The Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division provides strategic direction and culturally sound advice to guide Parks Victoria and empower staff to genuinely partner and meaningfully engage with Traditional Owners, including through joint management of parks and reserves.





We're looking for someone with:

- Specialist or tertiary qualification in Aboriginal cultural heritage or similar is desirable
- Extensive knowledge of the provisions of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2018 (Vic.)
- Extensive experience in the field of Aboriginal cultural heritage and registering Aboriginal heritage places
- Ability to communicate clear direction, provide constructive feedback, and engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to build and maintain constructive relationships with Traditional Owners, volunteers, community groups, contractors and stakeholders.

Your application will need to include:

- A Current Resume
- A Cover Letter
- Aboriginality Form

Application Close date: Sunday 13th September 2026

We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

A number of positions have been approved for Australian Aboriginals and/or Torres Strait Islander People under the 'special measures' section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for Designated Aboriginal positions. Applicants will be required to provide a formal identification certificate.

Applications close Sunday 13 September 2026 at 11.59pm

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📌 Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Coordinator (DAP) (Williamstown)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Williamstown