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- Multiple Heritage Project Officers, Aboriginal Identified opportunity, Environmental Officer Class 7
- Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity until June 2030
- Office location - regional location encouraged/Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $112,375 to $124,158 + super

Our Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Programs team is currently seeking to appoint two Heritage Project Officers, to support the delivery of projects that foster strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities and contribute to positive cultural heritage outcomes across NSW. 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 (1977).

About the role

As a Heritage Project Officer, Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUA), you will play an important role in delivering projects that support robust partnerships with Aboriginal communities and the successful implementation of Indigenous Land Use Agreements across NSW. Working with a diverse range of stakeholders, you will coordinate project activities, facilitate engagement and consultation, monitor project progress, and contribute to achieving culturally appropriate and mutually beneficial outcomes. You will support project planning, governance, reporting and risk management, while providing informed advice on Aboriginal cultural heritage matters and relevant legislation.



This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that contribute to heritage protection, community outcomes and collaborative land management, while building strong relationships with Aboriginal communities, Native Title parties, government agencies and other key stakeholders.

About You

You are a proactive and organised project professional with strong stakeholder engagement and coordination skills. You have experience supporting or delivering projects involving multiple stakeholders and can effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and strong project governance. You are a confident communicator who builds respectful and collaborative relationships with Aboriginal communities, government agencies and other stakeholders. With a sound understanding of project delivery and a commitment to culturally informed practices, you can identify and manage risks, provide practical advice, and contribute to positive outcomes in complex and sensitive environments. Your ability to work collaboratively, exercise sound judgement and maintain a strong customer and community focus will set you up for success in this rewarding role.

Essential Requirements

- Tertiary qualifications or sound experience in heritage, Aboriginal cultural heritage, native title, community consultation, project management or relevant field.




- Current NSW driver's licence and ability and willingness to travel throughout the state when required.
- 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 Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 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: Heritage Project Officer (Identified)

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 C

📌 Heritage Project Officer (Australia)
🏢 Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
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