- Bring Culture and landscape into the heart of major infrastructure projects
- Work closely with Traditional Owners, listening, learning, and building genuine, respectful partnerships
- 2 Year fixed term opportunity based in Leederville with a salary of $135,693 plus Super and co-contributions
This position is advertised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Australians are encouraged to apply.
Thrive by making a meaningful contribution to your community while shaping WA’s water future.
At Water Corporation you can live, work, and raise your family on Country without compromising your career pathways or Cultural obligations. We acknowledge we have much to learn from the traditional owners of the land and waterways on which we operate. Embracing this is necessary to protect our most precious resource in a sustainable way for generations to come.
About the role
Working at the intersection of culture, landscape, and design, you’ll engage directly with Traditional Owners to understand Cultural landscapes, stories, songlines, and Dreaming tracks, and translate these into the physical design and visual presence of major water infrastructure.
It’s about ensuring Aboriginal Cultural values are embedded as core design drivers from the very beginning.
Who are we?
When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.
If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
What the role will involve
- Guide major projects with Cultural Heritage and Native Title expertise from planning through to delivery
- Embed Aboriginal Cultural values into design, influencing landscapes, infrastructure, and community outcomes
- Lead strategies and approvals under relevant Heritage legislation
- Engage with Traditional Owners, building genuine, respectful, and enduring relationships
- Shape organisational policy and frameworks aligned with best practice, including international standards (e.g. UNESCO obligations)
- Influence decision-makers and project teams to deliver Culturally informed, future-focused solutions
About you
We’re looking for someone who combines technical excellence with Cultural insight and authentic engagement:
- Deep knowledge of WA Aboriginal Heritage and Native Title frameworks
- Proven experience advising on complex infrastructure or planning projects
- Strong track record working directly with Traditional Owners
- Ability to translate cultural knowledge into practical design and project outcomes
- Exceptional influencing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- A passion for embedding Cultural respect and integrity into everything you do
Bring your expertise, your voice, and your passion and help us create infrastructure that respects the past while building for the future.
Ready to thrive as you shape WA’s water future? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Please note: By applying for this role, you are consenting to your current and previous line managers being contacted as references. It is strongly recommended that all internal applicants advise their line manager of any applications for acting or permanent positions prior to applying.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close Friday 19th June 2026.
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [email protected] or 08 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.
