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Indigenous Land Operations; Native Title and Indigenous Land Services; Lands; Brisbane and other locations within Queensland will be considered.
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Would you like a role with purpose?
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We have two (2 x) permanent positions for Senior Land Officers to join us here at the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development. In this role, you'll work closely within the Indigenous Land Operations team and be involved in research, project management, preparation of reports, mapping and documents in relation to land tenure and native title claims or the transfer of land. Come and help reframe the relationship with Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander Peoples through successful Land Use Agreements.
Job details Position status: Permanent
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Primary Industry & Environment
Classification: AO5
Workplace Location: Brisbane Inner City, Brisbane - North, Brisbane - South, Brisbane - East, Brisbane - West, North West Qld, Cairns region, Logan - Beaudesert, Toowoomba region, Wide Bay, Darling Downs - Maranoa, Moreton Bay - North, Moreton Bay - South, Far North Qld, Townsville region, Mackay region, Rockhampton region, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich region, Central West Qld, South West Qld.
Discover a purpose-driven career with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development. Unleash your potential and #MakeADifference! About us: The Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing, and Regional Development drives sustainable growth and prosperity. We steward the state's natural resources through the productive and responsible management of the state's land, mineral, and energy resources ensuring all Queenslanders benefit. We foster innovation and technology in manufacturing, boosting productivity and competitiveness. We strengthen regional and rural economies by supporting job creation, diversification, and infrastructure development, collaborating closely with local communities to address their unique needs.
About the role: As a member of the Indigenous Land Operations (ILO) team within Native Title and Indigenous Land Services (NT ILS), you will have a lead role in Indigenous land tenure matters, including policy and procedure development, analysis and implementation; and operational activities relating to the Aboriginal Land Act 1991 , the Torres Strait Islander Land Act 1991 , the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Land Holding Act 2013 , and the Land Act 1994 .
You will have an opportunity to undertake investigations of State land tenure issues, evaluate State land for its most appropriate tenure, and implement the agreed tenure actions following registration of any Indigenous Land Use Agreement.
NTILS works to enable access to land for Aboriginal people and Torres Islander people particularly concerned with certain land through the transfer of land (such as unallocated state land and Aboriginal reserves), and leads the negotiation, development, and implementation of Indigenous Land Use Agreements. NT ILS objective is to deliver fair, consistent, and repeatable approaches, as we work towards reframing the relationship with Aboriginal people and Torres Islander people.
About you: You'll have excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage multiple complex projects and business processes. Previous experience in engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and an understanding or knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People cultures is essential. While not mandatory (we're big on capacity to build and learn!), any experience in the ability to interpret relevant legislation and/or policy would be highly regarded. Any knowledge in the use of Microsoft 365 applications, SharePoint, and land databases such as ATS and QLD Globe would be highly regarded, however, we're fully prepared to teach where required to fill gaps!
We are committed to being a workplace that focuses on people. This is about building resilience, encouraging innovation, and understanding that learning is a journey that never ends.
We promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful place to work where all staff feel valued. We are a mobile, flexible, and agile workforce. We live by our guiding principles — proactive, courageous, pragmatic, collaborative, resilient, and respectful — underpinned by the Queensland public service values.
What we offer: Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options Flexible working options that encourage a healthy work-life balance A variety of fantastic leave provisions, supported across the broader Queensland public sector For more insight on this role, please refer to the role profile document. For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Rhonda Geitz on
Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
There are two Permanent full-time positions available within Queensland. Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
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