Indigenous Job Opportunities - Including Brisbane, Townsville, Mackay & Greater QLD

• Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD
• Workplace Training & Assessment (Education & Training)
• Full time

Concentis is partnering with Gladstone Port Corporation to source an Apprentice Officer to support the continuous improvement, coordination, and delivery of their Apprentice and Trainee programs within the business.

Reporting to the Training Specialist, you will assist the future generation in developing the skills and knowledge required to safely fulfill their roles and meet GPC’s operational needs. This would include providing guidance, administration, and facilitation of training, and supporting apprentice/trainee growth and progression through a fostered learning environment to achieve excellence.  

This is a Monday to Friday permanent full-time role that requires the individual to live in Gladstone or the surrounding area.

About You:

• Previous experience in coordination or delivery of Apprenticeship/Trainee programs within an educational or heavy industrial, mining, oil & gas setting
• Exposure to or work skill knowledge within a heavy industry learning environment is seen as highly desirable (ie. Carpentry, Electrical, Mechanical Fitting, and Plumbing)
• Knowledge of the apprenticeship/traineeship system, legislation, and regulations, including incentive requirements and entitlement
• An approachable and caring personality with the ability to provide ongoing mentoring, support, and constructive feedback to the apprentices/trainees
• Understanding of performance management processes including robust reviews and recognition of performance
• A strong eye for detail to ensure training programs meet high-quality standards and compliance
• Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal, presentational and written skills including the ability to liaise and create positive relationships both inside and outside the business

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u&u Recruitment Partners are partnering with GPC in recruiting a strategic and people-focused Executive General Manager People. This role is a 12-month parental leave opportunity with the potential for extentsion.

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To receive an information pack, please email Debra Kraft or Kate Benson u&u on deb.kraf@uandu.com or kate.benson@uandu.com

Location: Gladstone region 
Classification: Environment & Conservation

Role Overview

The First Nations Fire Volunteer will work as part of a team to undertake a range of activities associated with delivering cultural burns on Council reserves. The volunteer will assist in the planning, and preparation of sites and the implementation of Traditional Burns on Council controlled land.

First Nations nationality is an essential requirement for this role. 

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• Full Time, Permanent
• Based in Cairns
• Salary $93,858 - $98,111
• Closing date: 5pm on Monday, 23 October 2023.

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Position status: Permanent
Position type: Full-time
Workplace Location: Sunshine Coast
Closing date: 21-Nov-2023
Yearly salary: $71020 - $75941
Job duration: Permanent full time 76hrs p.f., negotiabl

An exciting opportunity exists for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advanced Health Worker to work across all facilities and provides high quality care and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families, as well as cultural education and training for SCHHS staff.

Key Responsibilities include: 

• Deliver a range of evidence-based interventions in a culturally safe, clinically competent, professional and effective manner including the provision of co-case management, care coordination, intake assessments, cultural aspects of assessment and treatment plans, direct therapeutic interventions, referrals and cultural support.
• Ability to manage own work with limited supervision through the use of planning and time management showing initiative and positive attitude.
• Demonstrate a practical understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander inequities, and health issues to deliver informed, evidence based culturally appropriate care.

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Position status: Permanent
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Administration
Workplace Location: Sunshine Coast
Closing date: 22-Nov-2023
Yearly salary: $102492 - $111516

An exciting opportunity exists for the Cultural Advisor (Identified) to provide high quality care and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Directorate also provides cultural education and training to the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service workforce and supports a collaborative approach to care by growing partnerships with community, health service providers and broader social services to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Key Responsibilities include: 

• Demonstrate a high-level understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander inequities, and health issues to deliver informed, evidence based culturally appropriate education including knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure the successful coordination, delivery, and evaluation of the Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander Cultural Practice Program (CPP).
• Coordinate and promote a range of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culturally significant events within the SCHHS and wider community.
• Coordinate, develop and implement initiatives that increase cultural capability within the SCHHS including those related to growing and retaining the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce by supporting career pathways and employment opportunities.

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Position status: Permanent
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Psychology, Counselling & Social Work
Workplace Location: Sunshine Coast
Closing date: 28-Oct-2024
Yearly salary: $68327 - $86705
Fortnightly salary: $2619.00 - $3323.40

Child Safety Officers are responsible for delivering statutory child protection services including assessment, intervention, casework and case management in accordance with legislation and practice guidelines. Child Safety Officers work in teams (often multi-disciplinary) based in Child Safety Service Centres covering specific geographical areas in various locations across Queensland.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Deliver accountable and collaborative integrated child protection services that respect the culture and context of each child, young person, family and community in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, statutory responsibilities, and the child protection practice framework.
• As part of a multi-disciplinary team (which may include representation from other agencies), undertake high quality strengths-based child protection practice. Including assessment, intervention, casework and case management.
• Participate and contribute productively as a team member to form culturally appropriate, professional working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, including children, young people and families, Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), and other service providers.
• Foster a culture and philosophy of quality frontline service delivery based on collaboration, cooperation, commitment to excellence and professional ethics.
• Maintain quality case records in accordance with departmental case management requirements.
• Participate and contribute to a culture of continuous learning, training and professional development, to ensure practice knowledge and skills are contemporary and evidence-based.
• Draw on demonstrated provisional expertise in one or more disciplinary areas in order to undertake more complex and/or demanding workloads and/or provide coaching, advice and support to less experienced Child Safety Officers (when appropriate).

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Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Health - Health Service Support
Workplace Location: North West Qld
Closing date: 29-Nov-2023
Fortnightly salary: $2722.20 - $2910.80
Job duration: ASAP up to 30/06/2024

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at North Coast Region Community Corrections. There are two Cultural Liaison Officer positions available. Community Corrections staff aim to protect the community and reduce re-offending by supervising clients in the community in which they live and encourage clients to adopt more pro-social attitudes and behaviours. The Cultural Liaison Officer will provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and make a measurable difference to those on Orders.

Position Requirements

• Base salary rates between $2,722.20 and $2,910.80 per fortnight. (HW4)
• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care is mandatory for appointment at the HW4 level.
• Travel to work at various facilities including remote sites within the NWHHS, by air or road travel, including day trips and/or extended trips over several days is a requirement of this role and a C Class Motor Vehicle Licence is required for operation of fleet vehicles.
• Pre-employment screening: working with children (Blue Card) and criminal history checks.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
• A 3-month period of probation may apply.

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• Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD
• Student Services (Education & Training)
• Full time

The Senior Ranger will be required to perform general facility & natural resource management tasks including vegetation and mapping works, as well as pest flora and fauna control. Other duties such as maintenance tasks will also be required from time to time, as instructed.

Hours are normally between 5:30am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday, or as directed by the Project Co-ordinator.

• Specific Requirements
• This is not specifically an Identified position, however encouraged
• Ability to work predominantly on your own, as well as part of a team
• Must be fit and healthy, with a strong work ethic
• Must have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; including the ability to communicate with Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal communities
• Must be prepared to work early mornings, as well as weekends, if required
• Must be able to follow directions and organise tasks to meet deadlines
• Must hold a manual car driver’s licence
• Must have or be willing to obtain an Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control (ACDC) qualification. A commercial operators licence is an advantage.
• Must have or be willing to obtain Gas Test Atmosphere and Confined Space training

Applications can be emailed to Demi at go.manager@gidarjil.com.au.

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• Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD
• Conservation, Parks & Wildlife (Farming, Animals & Conservation)
• Full time

The Ranger will be required to perform general natural resource management tasks including vegetation and mapping works, as well as pest flora & fauna control. Other duties such as maintenance tasks will also be required from time to time, as instructed.

Hours are normally between 7.30am and 4.15pm Monday through Thursday with Friday being 7.30am to 12.00pm, or as directed by the Project Co-ordinator.

Specific Requirements:

• Must identify at Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• Ability to work predominantly on your own, as well as part of a team
• Must be fit and healthy, with a strong work ethic
• Must have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; including the ability to communicate with Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal communities
• Must be prepared to work occasional nights or early mornings, as well as weekends, if required
• Must be able to follow directions and be able to organise tasks to meet deadlines
• Must have knowledge of and respect for ATSI customs, traditions, and cultural laws
• Must hold a manual car driver’s licence, or be willing to obtain within the probationary period
• Must have or be willing to obtain an Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control (ACDC) license

Applications can be emailed to Demi at go.manager@gidarjil.com.au.

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• Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD
• Client & Sales Administration (Administration & Office Support)
• Full time

The Ranger will be required to perform general facility & natural resource management tasks including vegetation and mapping works, as well as pest flora and fauna control. Other duties such as maintenance tasks will also be required from time to time, as instructed.

Hours are normally between 5:30am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday, or as directed by the Project Co-ordinator.

Applications can be emailed to Demi at go.manager@gidarjil.com.au.

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Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire Council have created a new role for a Strategic Governance Manager to enhance Council performance through the oversight and delivery of executive, advisory and research services.

This role will ensure the integrity of the Organisation across internal operations and across all matters of an external nature relating to the work of the Council.

Reporting to the CEO and working with the Senior Management team, key responsibilities include:

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of operational and strategic documentation
• Prepare policy briefing papers on emerging issues including analysis and interpration
• Professionally manage internal and external stakeholder relationships and expectations
• Undertake research and ensure current awareness of relevant political and social issues and legislative developments.

A Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is essential. Experience working and living in Woorabinda and/or aboriginal communities would be highly regarded. 

Key experience and attributes of the ideal candidate include:

• A love of writing and synthesising information
• Experience managing external stakeholders and providing specialist advice and guidance
• Strong interest in research, project and events management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and commitment to personal and professional growth

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• Bundaberg, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD
• Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services (Community Services & Development)
• Casual/Vacation
• $40 – $50 per hour

Position Overview:

Residential Youth Workers play a crucial role in our organisation by providing day-to-day assistance and support to our young residents in alignment with their support needs and identified goals. As a Residential Youth Worker, you will be an integral part of our mission to nurture, guide, and empower young individuals.

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or Youth Work (or higher).
• Qualification of Certificate IV or higher in other recognised fields (refer to the 'Minimum Qualification Standards Information Sheet').
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training is highly preferred but not essential.
• Current Blue and Yellow Card.
• Current Driver's License 
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with clients with challenging behaviours and complex care needs.
• Current Medication Competency is highly desirable.
• Confidence, professionalism, and a client-focused approach.
• Strong professional boundaries and adherence to procedures.
• Flexibility to work within various environments and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Completion of the "Worker Orientation Module - Quality, Safety, and You" and Child Safety "Hope & Healing" framework (or willingness to complete).

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• Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD
• Foreperson/Supervisors (Construction)
• Full time

Concentis is partnering with Gladstone Ports Corporation to source two Parks and Recreation Supervisors to join the Asset Management department. These roles will provide leadership in the upkeep and maintenance of GPC’s various landscaped precincts and buffer zones.

Currently reporting to the Reliability and Maintenance Manager, you will ensure the Corporation’s parklands are maintained to the highest standards for the enjoyment of Gladstone’s community, its visitors, and GPC.

About You:

• Extensive experience and knowledge of the maintenance management of assets in the environmental, heavy industrial, or building sector
• Trades experience and/or qualifications in Maintenance, Asset Management or Horticulture are required
• Demonstrated experience in the supervision and management of multi-disciplinary teams with a diverse range of skillsets
• Previous experience in vegetation or landscape management is seen as highly desirable
• Ability to manage a multitude of maintenance tasks and site requests simultaneously
• Strong stakeholder engagement, leadership, and facilitation skills
• Proactive with a strong commitment to driving safe work culture
• Ability to project plan, implement and track improvement progress to ensure work is delivered on time and budget
• Font line management cert IV or higher is desirable

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Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Flexible full-time
Occupational group: Justice & Legal
Workplace Location: Brisbane Inner City
Closing date: 01-Dec-2023
Fortnightly salary: $2723.80 - $3456.30
Job duration: 12 Months with possible extension

An exciting opportunity is available for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander graduate looking to make a real and tangible difference in promoting human rights at the commencement of their career.

The QHRC Indigenous graduate development program is aimed at building human rights capability among Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander graduates in Queensland.

The program provides a law graduate with a unique opportunity to work in our Legal, Policy and Research team in Brisbane, over 12 months.

We're looking for a graduate who is an excellent communicator, innovative, resourceful and willing to challenge the status quo.

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