Senior Aboriginal Heritage Specialist

Senior Aboriginal Heritage Specialist: Permanent – Full-Time (Perth CBD)

Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

We are at the forefront of the energy transition and as part of our commitment to creating a cleaner energy future we established our new Energy, Transition and Sustainability business unit in 2023 to lead major customer engagement on future energy needs.

Within this function we are striving to deliver exceptional value through:

• Focusing on new capabilities in transmission social performance
• Transmission environmental performance
• Demand Assessment strategic planning
• Establishing our Transmission portfolio management office

We are seeking a Senior Aboriginal Heritage Specialist on a Permanent Full-Time basis, with extensive knowledge in Aboriginal heritage, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a strong ability to partner effectively with local communities.

Being identified as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander as identified under section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act is a prerequisite to fill this position.

 

About the role

Lead implementation of the Tx expansion program’s Aboriginal Engagement Strategy, to achieve positive Aboriginal engagement and participation outcome:

• Build and maintain relationships with Aboriginal stakeholders to act as the key on ground lead for consultation regarding the appropriate placement of Western Power’s network assets and to inform and obtain Aboriginal Heritage agreements.
• Provide strategic and technical advice to internal stakeholders on Native Title and Aboriginal Heritage Agreements and Aboriginal processes, policy, and statutory obligations to support timely project planning and activities consistent with Aboriginal Heritage agreements.
• Support project assessments and outputs to ensure the early identification and consideration of heritage risk and approval requirements.
• Coordinate and implement end-to-end processes, including obtaining relevant statutory approvals, for Aboriginal Heritage agreements.
• Develop and implement heritage guidance and standards to support the Tx expansion through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Implement strategic projects that identify, manage, and mitigate the risk of adverse heritage impacts and drive sustainable improvement for Aboriginal communities.
• Manage, monitor, and report compliance obligations associated with Native Title and Aboriginal Heritage agreements and legislation.
• Inspect project areas with Aboriginal knowledge holders and consultants.
• Represent the organisation at internal and external engagement sessions.

 

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Extensive experience in community engagement, in mining, construction and or infrastructure sector, dealing with Aboriginal heritage and/or native title with knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal protocols developed over ~10 years.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and administrative procedures in Western Australia in relation to Aboriginal heritage and native title
• Demonstrated experience in native title and/or aboriginal heritage negotiations
• Demonstrated organisational and project management skills
• Highly developed verbal/written communication, interpersonal, negotiation and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work within a dynamic environment and to work autonomously
• Ability to travel to Corporation regional offices and areas within the State (Valid WA Driver’s License Class ‘C’ or ‘C-A’)
• Desirable – Tertiary qualification relating to Environmental Science, Aboriginal Heritage, Community, Business or Government services and or relevant experience in advocacy for the Aboriginal community / recognised representative e.g. being active in those communities.

 

Our people are our priority

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive where all our people are valued and belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all genders, cultures and backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and racially marginalised groups, people with disabilities, young and mature age workers and the LGBTQIA+ community.

 

Check out our website for more information on our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, including our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

 

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11.5% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

 

Things to consider

Please note that the final stages of our recruitment process require completed Background & Assessment Checks. This includes a current police clearance (issued within the last six months), checks on documentation and references which verify your identity and qualifications, and a medical assessment.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia. If you have the skills and are committed to our values… we will find a place for you!

How to Apply

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on Tuesday 8th October 2024.

 

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