Aboriginal Engagement Officer

Aboriginal Engagement Officer (50D)

About the role

This is a full-time, maximum-term opportunity providing parental leave cover from 2 November 2026 to 28 July 2028.

You will work as part of a team delivering engagement activities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members and stakeholders in the City of Canning. You will have the opportunity to join Elders and traditional custodians to learn Noongar culture and share your knowledge (as culturally appropriate). A key part of your role includes yarning with a broad range of people. You will work closely with the Coordinator Community Capacity to inform the delivery of the City’s reconciliation actions, so if you’re interested, please read on to see if this opportunity is for you.

Please note: Aboriginality is a genuine requirement for this position as defined under section 50 (D) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

How you will thrive in this role:

• You like having a yarn, connecting people, and building strong relationships.

• You like to work with and deliver programs for Elders, young people, and others in the community.

• You have a strong interest to learn Noongar culture and share your knowledge (as culturally appropriate).

• You’re interested in delivering community projects, programs and events (you can learn on the job).

• You’re passionate about creating positive cultural change in the Canning community.

• You’re happy to undertake administrative tasks to help get the work done.

For more information on the essential requirements of this position please have a look at the Position Description attached to this job vacancy.

Why you will love working at the City!

• Parental leave cover Maximum Term, Full Time 2 November 2026 to 28 July 2028.

• $90,708.38 to $98,855.49 per annum + super.

• Work as part of a small and culturally aware team.

• Genuine commitment to learning and development; including Noongar cultural knowledge.

• Free on-site parking and work locations assessable via public transport.

• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.

• We match super contributions to help you save for your future.

• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.

• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.

• Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference!  With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Reach out for a yarn today!

To complete an application visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the Aboriginal Engagement Officer position and click “APPLY”.  Please include your Resume and/or a Cover Letter. Your Cover letter should be no longer than 2 pages and tell us why this role is right for you. 

This is a great opportunity, to work in a local government genuinely committed to Aboriginal Engagement and Reconciliation, please reach out to our Coordinator Community Capacity, Ben Armstrong, for a confidential yarn.  You can also send Ben a text on 04•• ••• 081.

Applications are open until 5pm, Monday 14 September 2026. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.

The City of Canning is a child safe organisation and reserves the right to request the relevant working with children qualification from prospective candidates where required.