Do you have passion and experience in Aboriginal Heritage?
If so, then we want to hear from you!
Join one of WA’s most innovative and forward-thinking agencies and be part of something rewarding and exciting.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Aboriginal people, young people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact our HR Services on (08) 6551 9419 or email recruitment@dplh.wa.gov.au.
The Opportunity:
This role is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with our stakeholders on the journey with us, through meaningful engagement and early, open and transparent communication, enabling sustainable growth opportunities so communities are best placed to thrive and become places where people want to live, work and recreate. We do this while respecting the balance of historic and cultural heritage and the natural environment. This role supports the management, promotion and preservation of cultural heritage and fostering good outcomes for Aboriginal places, and promoting regulatory compliance through administration of statutory functions.
Successful outcomes of the role are the timely and effective fulfilment of project work relating to Aboriginal heritage across Western Australia aligned with Divisional and Departmental strategic and operational plans, and providing appropriate advice to stakeholders relating to the Aboriginal Heritage Act.
We currently have one (1) fixed-term position to 30/6/2023 with the possibility of extension or permanency. This is a full-time position, (however consideration may be given to applicants seeking part-time opportunities.) This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may arise across the WA public sector in the next 12 months from the initial date of appointment.
Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement of this position under Section 50D of the WA Equal Opportunity Act.
About us
The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH) is responsible for planning and managing land and heritage for all West Australians – now and into the future.
We lead and advise on key projects across the state. Our key focus areas are:
- Aboriginal heritage and lands management
- Crown land administration
- Historic heritage conservation services
- Integrated land and infrastructure policy development
- Land use planning and policy development.
What do our employees think about our Department?
We are passionate. Our strength is in our diversity and our shared vision for a better Western Australia – today and tomorrow.
We embrace the challenging but rewarding nature of our work in a flexible, forward-thinking workplace.
Find out about what motivates and fulfils our people in the work they do every day.
To find out more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit the Careers at the Department page on the DPLH website.
The Department's values are an integral part of how we do business, and we expect all successful candidates to demonstrate that you are the right cultural fit with a positive and can-do attitude, therefore alignment with our values should be incorporated into your application.
Our Values: Integrity – Respect – Collaboration – Professionalism – Innovation
Public Sector Code of Ethics: Personal Integrity – Relationships with others - Accountability
To be successful in this role, you need to demonstrate:
- Awareness of Aboriginal cultural heritage sensitivities and confidentialities surrounding heritage matters.
- Demonstrated experience in project management and planning, including delivering projects on time and on budget
- Ability to apply research, analytical and problem-solving skills in developing and implementing innovative solutions
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to negotiate and facilitate effective outcomes for Aboriginal Australians
- Demonstrated work experience in using Microsoft packages and the ability to use recording devices such as GPS and desktop mapping systems
- Knowledge of and/or experience in current and emerging issues and trends in Aboriginal affairs
Competencies outlined in the Public-Sector Capability Profile for Level 5 are applicable to this role i.e. shapes and manages strategy; achieves results; builds productive relationships; exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness; communicates and influences effectively.
Further Information:
If you would like to know more, please give Sharon Zappelli, Principal Heritage Officer a call on (08) 6551 7912 or email Sharon.Zappelli@dplh.wa.gov.au to discuss the role in further detail. Please do not send your application to Sharon or seek assistance with lodging your application.
How to apply:
Apply now by submitting the following;
- A maximum two (2) page covering letter, addressing the requirements outlined above;
- A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experiences and key achievements, including the details of two (2) referees.
Special Requirements for this position:
The Department will conduct National Police Clearances for applicants successful to this recruitment process.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
There is no job description form attached to this advert. Job description forms will be provided to shortlisted candidates prior to further assessment taking place.
Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, contact ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com, or please call (08) 6551 9419 for any other queries.
Closing Date – 25 July 2022 @ 4pm
