On Country Guardian

4 positions available

This is a designated/identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander appointment.

Warrnambool VictoriaUp to 1.0 FTE Full-time or Part-time NegotiableReports toLead Guardian
Salary: Band 1 Super

The purpose of the position is to deliver Caring for Country fee-for-service and Natural Resource Management work and support the Biocultural Landscapes Division to deliver on the goals of the Eastern Maar Country Plan.

• Deliver Caring for Country fee-for-service and Natural Resource Management work across Healthy Country and Sea Country projects e.g. revegetation monitoring pest plant control fencing fire readiness
• Where required undertake CHMP / cultural heritage fieldwork
• Participate in required training to build or refresh skills (e.g. OH&S Chainsaw Fire Pest Control)
• Complete task records and report back key site information after work is completed
• Follow safety protocols and instructions from Lead Guardians and Coordinator
• Support Junior Ranger Program as required
• Receive regular work and structured development opportunities
• Contribute to new capability development (e.g. threatened species work whale disentanglement)

• Be aware of and adhere to Privacy legislation OH & S Legislation and other relevant legislation
• Be aware of and adhere to EMAC Policy and Procedure manuals
• Be aware of and participate in staff performance reviews
• Attend all mandatory training as required
• Perform other duties as may be directed from time to time

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated experience of working collaboratively
• Ability to communicate respectfully sensitively and effectively with Eastern Maar citizens
• Sound organisational skills with demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage issues.
• Excellent communication skills (written verbal listening)
• Proven ability to receive and follow directions and instructions
• Commitment to productive personal time management
• Appropriate level of fitness and ability to sustain activity consistent with this position
• Proven connection to the Eastern Maar Territory

• Understanding of the full range of work of EMACs Guardian program including cultural heritage work and Healthy Country programs
• Strong understanding of the importance of Country to Traditional Owners and recognition of the Eastern Maar Peoples as Traditional Owners of the south-west region of Victoria.
• Commitment to and appreciation of Eastern Maar culture values perspectives and heritage including impacts of colonisation and importance of cultural continuity.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting aspirations of the Eastern Maar community.

• Working with Children Check within 90 days
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• National Police Check for Employment Purposes within the last 3 months

Note: A request to conduct probity checks does not guarantee an offer of employment.

For further detailsread the full position description here.

At EMAC we are committed to fostering a supportive culturally safe and empowering workplace. When you join our team youll enjoy:

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Salary packaging benefits (up to $15900 $2650 Meal & Entertainment benefits)
• Paid Christmas break in addition to 4 weeks annual leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development opportunities
• A friendly and supportive organisational culture

Applications close:11:59 PM Sunday 7 June 2026

To apply please send:

• Your resume outlining your employment history and
• A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria

To Bansri Dave HR Officer