Cultural Heritage Field Operations Lead

RGIT Australia; Alexandra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid days off Christmas & birthday

Pool vehicles access

NFP salary sacrifice benefits

Training opportunities

Confidential EAP

Meaningful work

Supportive team

Job summary

Taungurung Land and Waters Council (TLaWC) is seeking an Operations Manager for the Registered Aboriginal Party. You will oversee daily field operations, ensuring cultural heritage assessments meet legal requirements and engage with staff and external partners.

A strong leadership presence and a focus on safety are essential. You will coach field staff, manage budgets and logistics, and contribute to protecting Aboriginal heritage within the Taungurung area.

Qualifications

• Prepare to work safely in construction with CPCCWHS1001 or equivalent training.
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people.
• Knowledge of Victorian Aboriginal issues and relevant acts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to liaise, engage, coordinate and negotiate.
• Physically fit for field-based labour.
• Ability to work effectively within small teams.
• Willingness to follow OH&S requirements and instructions.
• A current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Taungurung values and support the strategic plan.
• Lead, mentor and develop field staff and foster a safe, accountable culture.
• Oversee all field operations and coordinate staffing with RAP Director.
• Maintain compliant records and continuously improve workflows.
• Manage budgets, invoicing and field assets/logistics.
• Build relationships with external partners and Heritage Advisors.
• Lead training strategies for staff and subcontractors.
• Drive a strong safety culture across operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication with Aboriginal people

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Safety awareness

Field operations coordination

Mentoring others

Driver’s license

Job description

Taungurung Land and Waters Council (TLaWC) is seeking an Operations Manager for the Registered Aboriginal Party. You will oversee daily field operations, ensuring cultural heritage assessments meet legal requirements and engage with staff and external partners.

A strong leadership presence and a focus on safety are essential. You will coach field staff, manage budgets and logistics, and contribute to protecting Aboriginal heritage within the Taungurung area.