This opportunity is open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples under Section 126 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About NAISDA
NAISDA is Australia’s leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performing arts training organisation. In 2026, we celebrate 50 years of shaping Strong Lives, Vibrant Communities and Creative Futures through dance and performing arts education. We’re seeking a proactive Facilities Officer to support the campus maintenance and help ensure our spaces are welcoming, well-maintained and meet all safety and operational standards.

What You’ll Do

- Lead and manage student wellbeing, engagement and support services across the full student journey

- Develop and implement an outreach and engagement framework, resources and programs to strengthen student pathways into NAISDA

- Build and maintain strong relationships with students, families, communities and external service providers

- Lead, manage and develop accommodation services, including NAISDA’s homestay and on-campus living programs

- Lead wellbeing, life skills and support programs to enhance student experience and outcomes

- Manage health, wellbeing and critical incident responses, including after-hours and one-on-one student support as required

- Manage student grievance and behaviour processes in line with NAISDA policy and procedures

- Provide strategic advice, reporting and planning to support continuous improvement and the integrity of cultural protocols across NAISDA

- Lead, support and develop the Engagement and Wellbeing Team

About You

- You must identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply under section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977





- Degree in Welfare, Social Work, Psychology or similar

- Demonstrated experience leading and delivering integrated student support or wellbeing services

- Strong understanding of, and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities

- Proven leadership capability with experience managing teams and driving outcomes

- Robust interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships

- Demonstrated strategic thinking and ability to implement programs and frameworks and drive change

- High level organisational skills and attention to detail

- Intermediate MS Office skills

- Current NSW driver’s licence

- Willingness to work outside of standard work hours when required

Why You Should Join NAISDA

- Purpose-led work contributing to First Nations self-determination

- Culturally safe and creative workplace with staff health and wellbeing program

- Flexible workplace with paid parental leave, extra annual and cultural leave

- Formalised professional and cultural development and training

- Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families

- Parkland campus with connections to communities nationally

Apply Now

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Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.

This role will require a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.

We work together to shape Strong Lives, Vibrant Communities and Creative Futures, grounded in culture, connection and care. Every NAISDA voice contributes to carrying our vision, purpose and values forward.

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