First Nations Engagement Officer (Major Projects)

Are you a talented and passionate individual from the First Nations community?We invite you to join WaterNSW and be part of a thriving, inclusive team that celebrates diversity and values unique perspectives.At WaterNSW, we communicate openly and honestly whilst maintaining respect for one another. We understand everyone is different, and this is what we value as part of our inclusive culture.We are currently recruiting for First Nations Engagement Officer (Major Projects) and would love to hear from you!Acknowledgement of Country
WaterNSW acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.Our perks and benefits:We believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our rivers, dams, and pipelines, that’s why we offer a load of benefits.Aboriginal Support NetworkFlexible workingWork a 9-day fortnight at full pay on the Enterprise AgreementUp to 16 weeks paid parental leaveYearly corporate wear allowanceProfessional development and educational assistanceA supportive and inclusive work culture that embraces diversity, cultural understanding and valuesAn opportunity to work on country and be part of a team that is making a real difference in the NSW communities. (Visit our First Nations programs page for more information)Location: New South Wales, Parramatta preferredSalary: Starting from $131,851 + SuperTenure: Permanent, Full TimeWhat we are looking for:

• A strong desire to contribute your skills and expertise to our business
• Someone who is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander decent / identifies as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and is accepted as such by the community in which they were born, has lived or currently lives
• A commitment to promoting and preserving Aboriginal culture and value
• Appropriate qualifications in business, communications, community service disciplines or relevant First Nations industry experience.
• A demonstrated knowledge and understanding of NSW Aboriginal societies, including their history and current policies affecting their communities.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills; including the ability to share, deliver and promote awareness with WaterNSW of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural issues.
• Contemporary awareness of local issues and factors influencing land management / water issues within indigenous communities
• Significant experience supporting and leading culturally appropriate engagement programs with First Nation people and communities;
• Demonstrated ability to engage with project teams to support First Nations engagement and cultural heritage in the delivery of Major Projects.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence

Join us on our journey to build a more inclusive workplace and make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities.What you will work on:

• Support the implementation of policies and programs within WaterNSW that proactively develop First Nations cultural competency within WaterNSW.
• Represent WaterNSW as required at community meetings, forums, events that relate to First Nations connection to water, our Major Projects across NSW.
• Support the development and implementation of appropriate strategies to improve communication and engagement with First Nations community / stakeholder groups and build and enhance strong relationships and partnerships.
• Support the development and implementation of a WaterNSW Reconciliation Action Plan.
• Liaise, develop and deliver education and partnership programs with First Nations communities to enhance engagement and connection.
• Engage and communicate with the wider WaterNSW teams to provide input and advice on communication plans areas such as infrastructure projects including the dams and Indigenous Land Use Water Agreements (ILUWA’s)

WaterNSW operates the state’s dams, capturing and storing water, and then supplying it ready for distribution – for the environment, agriculture, industry and the community. With 41 major dams and hundreds of waterways across the state, we play a vital role at the source of the state’s water, delivering two thirds of all water used in NSW.We’re the people taking care of the state’s water at the source – capturing, storing, delivering. Find out more atFor full details about this role please review the .Need support with your application? Reach out to our Talent Acquisition Partner to set up a discussion - Azmine Amer, azmine.amer@waternsw.com.auPlease note applications for this position will close on 10 July 2024.Privacy and collection of your personal informationIf you apply for a position via our website or , WaterNSW may collect your personal information. Please visit WaterNSW’s to view the Careers Collection Notice for more information about how WaterNSW collects, uses, and discloses your personal information.