Healthy Country Guardians

Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation

Warrnambool, VIC
$70,000-75,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

15 days ago

Designated Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander appointment

EMAC is a formally recognised Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP), with responsibilities for protecting and managing cultural heritage across a broader area extending to Winchelsea and Landsborough.As the representative body for Eastern Maar citizens, EMAC leads the advancement of native title rights and interests, cultural heritage protection, high-quality policy advice, and initiatives aligned with the inherent rights, aspirations, and independence of its people.PURPOSE OF THIS POSITIONThe purpose of the position is to deliver Caring for Country, fee-for-service and Natural Resource Management work and support the Biocultural Landscapes Division to deliver on the goals of the Eastern Maar Country Plan.KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESKey duties include:

Deliver Caring for Country, fee-for-service and Natural Resource Management work across Healthy Country and Sea Country projects - e.g. revegetation, pest plant control, fencing, fire readiness
Undertake CHMP / cultural heritage fieldwork - artefact identification, sieving, site prep and clean-up
Participate in required training to build or refresh skills (e.g. OH&S, chainsaw, fire, pest control)
Complete task records and report back key site information after work is completed
Follow safety protocols and instructions from Lead Guardians and Coordinator
Support Junior Ranger Program as required
Receive regular work and structured development opportunities
Often work as part of a stable team under a consistent Lead Guardian
Contribute more readily to new capability development (e.g. threatened species work, whale disentanglement)

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA - Essential

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated experience of working collaboratively
Ability to communicate respectfully, sensitively and effectively with Eastern Maar citizens
Sound organisational skills with demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage issues
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, listening)
Proven ability to receive and follow directions and instructions
Commitment to productive personal time management
Appropriate level of fitness and ability to sustain activity consistent with this position
Proven connection to the Eastern Maar Territory

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA - Desirable

Understanding of the full range of work of EMAC's Guardian program, including cultural heritage work and Healthy Country programs
Strong understanding of the importance of Country to Traditional Owners and recognition of the Eastern Maar Peoples as Traditional Owners of the south-west region of Victoria
Commitment to and appreciation of Eastern Maar culture, values, perspectives, and heritage, including impacts of colonisation and importance of cultural continuity
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting aspirations of the Eastern Maar community

Working with EMAC - Our offer to youAt EMAC, we are committed to fostering a supportive, culturally safe, and empowering work environment. When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

Salary packaging benefits in accordance with the ATO-approved rates for Public Benevolent Institutions. Currently up to $15,900 + Meal/Entertainment benefits up to $2,650 per year
Paid Christmas break in addition to 4 weeks' annual leave
Employee Assistance Program
A friendly and supportive culture
Professional development opportunities

nrmjobs.com.au/job/20026760Date published:21-Aug-2025Closing date:07-Sep-2025

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