At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Aboriginal groups in managing mining and exploration activities on their land.
- Company: Join the North Queensland Land Council, a leader in Indigenous representation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent role, and meaningful community engagement.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team dedicated to cultural respect and empowerment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference for Aboriginal communities while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong relationship-building skills with Indigenous people and government agencies.
The predicted salary is between 96070 - 96070 $ per year.
FUTURE ACTS MINING AND EXPLORATION (FAME) UNIT
Full Time – Cairns
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: $96,070.41 per annum
About NQLC
The North Queensland Land Council (NQLC) is the recognised Native Title Representative Body for its region, representing approximately 38,000 Aboriginal traditional owners and residents. NQLC’s region covers approximately 943,300 km2 of lands and waters and is appointed by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), to assist Aboriginal people with all aspects of their native title claims.
About the Role
As Project Officer, you will be part of a multi‑disciplinary team ensuring the performance of the NQLC’s statutory functions as a Native Title Representative Body under the Native Title Act 1993, and to assist Native Title Groups manage future act activities on their country, including mining and exploration activities.
This position is in NQLC’s Future Acts Mining and Exploration (FAME) Unit which forms part of the Engagement and Development Support Team (EDST), alongside the PBC Support Unit. The Project Officer position will report directly to the Senior Legal Officer‑Coordinator, FAME Unit and Manager EDST.
Applicants must have proven ability to build productive working relationships with Indigenous people and government agencies in an informative and culturally appropriate manner.
We acknowledge Australian Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islander People as the first inhabitants of the nation, and acknowledge Traditional Owners of the lands where we live and work.
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Project Officer – Cairns employer: NQLC
The North Queensland Land Council (NQLC) is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work within a culturally rich environment in Cairns. With a strong commitment to supporting Aboriginal traditional owners, NQLC fosters a collaborative work culture that values employee growth and development, ensuring that team members are equipped to make a meaningful impact in their communities. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, ongoing training, and the chance to engage directly with Indigenous groups, making this role not just a job, but a rewarding career path.
