Indigenous Land Use Agreements Specialist

• Lead and coordinate Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUA)
• 2 year fixed term opportunity with a possibility of progressing to permanency
• Salary of $131,740 plus 11.5% Super along with excellent benefits

This position is advertised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Australians are encouraged to apply.

Thrive by making a meaningful contribution to your community while shaping WA’s water future.

At Water Corporation you can live, work, and raise your family on Country without compromising your career pathways or cultural obligations. We acknowledge we have much to learn from the Traditional Owners of the land and waterways on which we operate. Embracing this is necessary to protect our most precious resource in a sustainable way for generations to come.

About the role 

We have this 2 year fixed term opportunity for an Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUA) and Native Title Specialist in the Aboriginal Heritage and Native Title Team.

Do you have experience in leading and coordinating negotiations? Water Corporation is seeking a dedicated Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will lead and coordinate negotiations related to ILUAs and other pertinent agreements concerning future water services and Corporation assets. You will provide specialised advice and support to Team Leaders and the Manager of Aboriginal Heritage and Native Title.

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 15.5%. This includes an 11.5% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

What the role will involve

• Aboriginal Land Use Agreements: Lead and coordinate ILUA, other agreements, and Native Title negotiation, implementation, and policy activities. Provide relevant policy advice and embed strategic frameworks for engaging with Aboriginal people and communities.
• Communications, Stakeholder, and Community Engagement: Develop and maintain effective communication and community engagement strategies. Build productive working relationships with key stakeholders, particularly Aboriginal people, and communities.
• Strategy and Policy Management: Influence the development of strategic direction, policy, and position statements. Engage with Aboriginal Communities, Traditional Owner Groups, and Aboriginal businesses to inform strategic development.
• Project Support: Provide ongoing support and expertise to projects involving ILUAs, Native Title matters, and other agreements. Manage special projects and issues of a critical nature.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify improvements in process, policy, and administration of Aboriginal Heritage and Native Title.

About you

Essential Criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Commerce, Anthropology, or a related discipline.
• Substantial experience in ILUA, Native Title, and other relevant agreement negotiation and implementation.
• Experience in Aboriginal community engagement, stakeholder, and issues management.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and administrative procedures in Western Australia.
• High level of interpersonal, negotiation, and organisational skills.

Desirable Criteria:

• Expert knowledge of Aboriginal Heritage and Native Title.
• Experience in project management.

Sound like a match? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role. 

Applications close Sunday 16^th March 2025 

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.  

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date. 

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace: 

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.