Land Trust Officer

Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council; Palm Island Aboriginal Shire; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council is seeking an experienced Land Trust Officer to support governance, administration and ongoing management of Land Trust functions on Palm Island. The role focuses on Aboriginal Land Trust governance, land administration, leasing and tenure matters with a strong emphasis on compliance and community outcomes.

You will work with Trustees, Traditional Owners and government agencies to strengthen land governance practices and contribute to home ownership

Qualifications

• Experience in Aboriginal Land Trust governance and land administration.
• Knowledge of land tenure, leasing, and related governance processes.
• Strong written communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to interpret legislation, policy and governance frameworks.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Commitment to working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Experience with DOGIT land administration and Trustee governance processes.
• Knowledge of the Aboriginal Land Act 1991 (Qld) and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support Aboriginal Land Trust governance and trustee decision-making processes.
• Manage DOGIT land administration and land tenure matters.
• Oversee leasing, licensing and land records management.
• Ensure legislative compliance and governance requirements.
• Handle complex and historical land administration matters.
• Engage with Trustees, Traditional Owners and government agencies.
• Contribute to Rent-to-Buy Home Ownership Scheme activities.
• Promote continuous improvement and knowledge transfer within Land Trust.

Skills

Land Trust governance

Land administration

Leasing & tenure

Legislation interpretation

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Cultural respect

DOGIT land administration

Aboriginal Land Act 1991

Trustee governance

Tertiary qualifications in land fields

Education

Tertiary qualification in land management/related field

Job description

Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council – Palm Island QLD

Full-Time | Palm Island, Queensland

$95,000 - $110,000 plus superannuation (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Help shape the future of Aboriginal land governance on Palm Island

Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council is seeking an experienced and capable Land Trust Officer to support the governance, administration and ongoing management of Land Trust functions on Palm Island.

This role will suit an individual with experience in Aboriginal Land Trust governance, land administration, leasing, tenure management or a related specialist field.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of governance, land administration, community outcomes and economic development, helping to support Aboriginal land tenure, trustee decision-making and home ownership initiatives.

Working closely with Trustees, Traditional Owners, government agencies and key stakeholders, you will play an important role in strengthening land governance practices and supporting positive outcomes for the Palm Island community.

About the Role

• Aboriginal Land Trust governance and trustee decision-making processes
• DOGIT land administration and land tenure matters
• Leasing, licensing and land records management
• Legislative compliance and governance requirements
• Complex and historical land administration matters
• Stakeholder engagement with Trustees, Traditional Owners and government agencies
• Delivery of land administration activities supporting the Rent-to-Buy Home Ownership Scheme
• Continuous improvement, capability building and knowledge transfer within the Land Trust function

About You

• Experience in land administration, governance, property, planning, housing or a related field
• Knowledge of Aboriginal Land Trust governance, land tenure and land administration processes
• Strong written communication and reporting skills
• Ability to interpret legislation, policy and governance frameworks
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Sound judgement, professionalism and attention to detail
• A commitment to working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Experience working with Aboriginal Land Trusts or DOGIT land administration
• Knowledge of the Aboriginal Land Act 1991 (Qld) and related legislation
• Experience supporting Trustee governance processes
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in land management, governance, planning, law, property or a related discipline

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful contribution to Aboriginal land governance and community development
• Support home ownership outcomes through Palm Island's Rent-to-Buy Program
• Work in a unique and culturally rich environment
• Join a values-driven organisation committed to community outcomes and continuous improvement
• Access professional development and career growth opportunities

Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council strongly encourages applications from Palm Island residents. We are committed to building local capability and creating meaningful employment opportunities that support our community now and into the future. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.