• Be part of a supportive and motivated team culture
• Be a key point of contact for embedding cultural heritage protection into park management practices
• Enjoy a healthy work life balance with flexible working options

About the role:  

As the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Coordinator for the Gippsland Region, you will play a vital role in supporting Parks Victoria's regions and business areas to protect Aboriginal Cultural Heritage (ACH) values by delivering regional operations plans and providing technical specialist advice on ACH identification and protection. This position ensures compliance with the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006, builds capacity among staff and partners, and offers strategic guidance for timely responses to ACH matters. Working closely with Registered Aboriginal Parties, Traditional Owner organisations, and other key government stakeholders, the Advisor fosters strong partnerships and actively embeds cultural heritage protection into park management practices, strengthening organisational objectives and safeguarding heritage for future generations.

This role is based in Bairnsdale, however the location is flexible upon negotiation within the Gippsland Region. 

This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply as per the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

About the Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division

The Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division provides strategic direction and culturally sound advice to guide Parks Victoria and empower staff to genuinely partner and meaningfully engage with Traditional Owners, including through joint management of parks and reserves.

We're looking for someone with:

• Extensive knowledge of the provisions of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2018 (Vic.)
• Extensive experience in the field of Aboriginal cultural heritage and registering Aboriginal heritage places
• Ability to communicate clear direction, provide constructive feedback, and engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain constructive relationships with Traditional Owners, volunteers, community groups, contractors and stakeholders.

If you don't meet every criteria in the position description, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value inclusion, collaboration and integrity. If this resonates with you, then please apply.

Your application will need to include:

• Your current resume
• A cover letter
• Aboriginality form

Join our innovative organisation and enjoy what you do, apply today!

Application Closing date: Sunday, 01 February 2026

Sound like you?

If this sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Sione Ikafanga on Sione.Ikafanga@parks.vic.gov.au or apply online!

Organisational Commitments

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

Parks Victoria recognises diversity and inclusion is everyone's business. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.