Aboriginal Community Engagement Lead

• Lead a team to provide high quality Aboriginal community engagement outcomes
• Permanent opportunity with flexible working arrangements
• Based in Leederville with Salary of $135,693 plus 12% Super & Co-contributions

This position is pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent.

Make a meaningful impact

At Water Corporation, our work matters. Every day, we deliver essential water services to communities across Western Australia. Through the Aboriginal Community Water Services (ACWS) program, we are committed to working in genuine partnership with Aboriginal communities to deliver sustainable and culturally appropriate outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Lead – Aboriginal Community Engagement to lead a high-performing team delivering engagement outcomes that make a real difference.

About the role

In this leadership role, you will provide strategic direction, operational oversight, and expert advice to support infrastructure delivery, operations and maintenance across the State.

You will lead a team of professionals to deliver culturally responsive engagement, strengthen relationships with Aboriginal communities and stakeholders, and ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery across a dynamic and complex program environment.

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 you'll be doing

• Lead, mentor and develop a team to deliver high-quality Aboriginal community engagement outcomes
• Drive customer-focused, culturally informed engagement strategies across projects and operations
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with Aboriginal communities and key stakeholders
• Provide strategic advice and escalation support on complex or sensitive engagement issues
• Support project and operational teams to deliver consistent, high-quality customer service outcomes
• Ensure communication and engagement practices align with organisational standards and expectations
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, systems and ways of working
• Champion innovation, continuous improvement and best practice

What we're looking for

• Demonstrated people and team leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring and performance management
• Ability to pivot quickly, manage competing priorities and maintain high levels of customer service
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Experience managing complex issues and conflict constructively
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams
• Proactive, can-do attitude with innovative thinking
• Commitment to continuous improvement and quality outcomes
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills

Key requirements

• Significant experience in Aboriginal community engagement and stakeholder management
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a complex environment
• Strong understanding of Aboriginal cultural protocols and community contexts
• Ability to travel to regional and remote locations
• Current WA driver’s licence
• Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification under Section 50(d)

Ready to thrive as you shape WA’s water future? Apply today

If you are passionate about leading teams, building strong relationships, and delivering meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal communities, we encourage you to apply. Submit your CV and covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

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 recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.