RAP Technical Specialist

Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Salary packaging benefits (up to $15,9

Job summary

Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation in Warrnambool, Victoria is seeking a RAP Technical Specialist to lead assessment and compliance activities for CHMPs, PAHTs and related authorisations under the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Act. The role focuses on on-ground heritage mapping, VAHR registration and strategic heritage advice to the executive team.

The successful candidate will possess a tertiary archaeology/anthropology degree, a Heritage Advisor qualification, GIS/GPS proficiency, and strong

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Archaeology or Anthropology.
• Qualified Heritage Advisor under Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006.
• Experience registering Aboriginal places on the VAHR.
• Ability to use GIS and GPS technology.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Sound project management skills.
• Current Victorian driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation of CHMPs, CHPs and authorisations.
• Conduct on-ground assessments and mapping.
• Register cultural heritage on VAHR.
• Provide timely advice to executive team on heritage matters.
• Support repatriation and cataloguing of heritage items.
• Collaborate with EMAC Biocultural Landscapes Team.
• Provide regular updates on opportunities and issues.
• Adhere to Privacy Act and OH&S policies.

Skills

GIS

GPS technology

CHMP evaluation

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Report writing

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Archaeology/Anthropology degree

Heritage Advisor qualification

Job description

Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation – Warrnambool VIC

JOB TITLE: RAP Technical Specialist
LOCATION: Warrnambool, Victoria
TERM: 1.0 FTE, Full-time, fixed term - 24 months
SALARY: $91,500 - $111,800 per annum + Super (To be negotiated in line with qualifications and experience)
REPORTS TO: Cultural Heritage Manager

IDENTIFICATION: Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged, but this is not a designated/identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander appointment.

Who we are looking for

The position leads the assessment of Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMPs), Preliminary Aboriginal Heritage Tests (PAHTs), Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Land Management Agreements (ACHLMAs), Cultural Heritage Permits (CHPs), Aboriginal Heritage Protection Declarations (AHPDs) and Cultural Heritage Agreements (CHAs) to ensure compliance with the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Act, regulations and prescribed standards.

What you'll be doing

On a day-to-day basis:

• Lead the evaluation of Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMP’s), Cultural Heritage Permits (CHP’s) and statutory authorisations to ensure compliance with the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006.
• Conduct on-ground assessments and mapping of cultural heritage.
• Register cultural heritage on the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Register (VAHR).
• Provide authoritative, strategic, and timely advice to the executive team on Aboriginal cultural heritage matters, including the preparation of reports and briefs.
• Provide advice on the curation, custody, and repatriation of Aboriginal cultural heritage material for the EMAC RAP area.
• Assist in the development of and lead in the oversight of repatriated collections and/or items for cataloguing, safe storage, and preservation.
• Work closely with other members of the Eastern Maar Biocultural Landscapes Team, including Cultural Heritage Manager, On Country Operations Manager and the On Country Guardians Team to achieve desired outcomes and strong working relationships.

General Duties

• Provide regular updates on opportunities, challenges and issues
• Be aware and adhere to The Privacy Act 1988, OH & S Legislation and other relevant legislation.
• Be aware and adhere to EMAC Policy and Procedure manuals.
• Be aware and participate in staff performance reviews.
• Attend all mandatory training as required.
• Perform other duties as may be directed or implied from time to time.

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualification in either Archaeology (preferred), Anthropology or a related field.
• Qualified Heritage Advisor as defined by the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006.
• Experience in the registration of Aboriginal places on the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Register.
• Ability to use Geographical Information Systems and Global Positioning System technology.
• Experience in developing and/or evaluating cultural heritage management plans and cultural heritage permits.
• Proven planning, problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to work through complex issues and guide and/or coach others in the resolution of problems.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to engage with, influence and build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Sound project management skills with the ability to take initiative and manage issues.
• Proficiency in the use of computer and telecommunications technology
• A current Victorian driver’s license is essential.
• Strong understanding of the importance of Country to Traditional Owners, recognising the Eastern Maar Peoples as the Traditional Owners of the south-west region of Victoria.
• Commitment to and appreciation of Eastern Maar culture, values, perspectives, and heritage, including the impacts of colonisation and the importance of cultural continuity.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal self-determination, supporting the aspirations of the Eastern Maar community.

Other requirements

• Holder of a Working with Children Check
• Holder of a Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
• Undertaken a National Police Check for Employment Purposes within the last 3 months

Working with EMAC – Our offer to you

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements are available, subject to written agreement
• Salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 + $2,650 Meal & Entertainment benefits)
• Employee Assistance Program
• A friendly and supportive organisational culture
• Reasonable relocation assistance may be provided, subject to prior approval and negotiation with the successful candidate

Contact

If you have any questions about the role, please email Michelle Kay, Cultural Heritage Manager, Biocultural Landscapes, at ************@easternmaar.com.au

Read a full description of the position at https://easternmaar.com.au/rap-oct-2026/