Lead complex native title and Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) negotiations in a permanent flexible full-time role located across Queensland. You'll lead a small specialist team, provide strategic advice to government, build relationships with Traditional Owners and stakeholders, and help resolve native title matters that support state interests. Suited to an experienced leader with robust negotiation, stakeholder management and native title expertise.

Be part of a team responsible for managing Queensland's state land - delivering land, property and natural resource management services, which help create the conditions for Queensland to grow. LANDS #deliveringforqueensland!

As Manager, ILUA Negotiations, you will provide strategic leadership within the Native Title team, leading the resolution of complex native title matters and supporting the development of Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUAs) that secure state interests. Working within State Interests, Lands, you will engage with Traditional Owners, native title representative bodies, government agencies and local authorities to achieve negotiated outcomes that support Queensland Government priorities and statutory obligations.

In this role, you will lead a small specialist team undertaking complex negotiations, provide expert advice on native title matters, compensation settlements and future act requirements, and oversee projects that deliver negotiated outcomes. You will build and maintain strategic partnerships, prepare high-level correspondence and briefings, contribute to policy and procedural development,



and support workforce capability through leadership, coaching and mentoring.

Success in this role requires strong leadership experience, the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, a demonstrated ability to operate in culturally sensitive environments, and the ability to develop practical solutions to complex issues while navigating competing interests and challenges.

Why work for us? The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick - by delivering robust regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government-community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.

We are committed to putting our people first - empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation. Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful, and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders.

We Offer

Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options

Flexible working options supporting work-life balance

Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector

Professional career development and training opportunities

Relocation assistance and provisions

The chance to help #deliverforqld and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity

Closing Date: Thursday, 26 November 2026

Occupational group Management

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📌 Manager, ILUA Negotiations (Brisbane)
🏢 Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development
📍 Brisbane