Title: Senior First Peoples Strategy and Partnerships Advisor
Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) is an integrated transport infrastructure and precincts planning project that will deliver a 90km rail line linking every major train service from the Frankston Line to the Werribee Line via Melbourne Airport, as well as investment in the suburbs, better connecting Victorians to jobs, retail, education, health services and each other. Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA) is the statutory body established to plan all elements of the project, procure builders, develop structure planning for SRL Precincts and oversee construction and the other changes that will help transform Melbourne and Victoria.
SRL is more than a rail project. It’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to plan for and prepare our city and state to meet the needs of future Victorians, and we can’t do it alone. We are on the lookout for people with drive, expertise, fresh ideas and new perspectives to deliver Victoria’s biggest ever infrastructure project. You will be part of history in the making, and while we’re at it, we will be shaping your future too.
About the opportunity
The Senior First Peoples Strategy and Partnerships Advisor works closely with the Manager, First Peoples Strategy and Partnerships to drive First Peoples and Traditional Owner collaboration and partnership across SRLA. The position will build and maintain relationships with First Peoples communities and Registered Aboriginal Parties and other stakeholders to drive positive impact for the community.
The Senior First Peoples Strategy and Partnerships Advisor will provide hands on advice to all SRLA employees in relation to First Peoples perspectives by being a point of contact for advice regarding First Peoples protocols and policy, and engagement. The position will assist with building organisational capacity through modelling and coaching best practice on First Peoples relations across SRLA.
This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, as per the Equal Opportunity Act 2010
Why join us?
- An emphasis on work / life balance
- Leave entitlements include cultural leave
- 7.6 hour work day with potential for flexible working arrangements
- High-performing team environment
- Equal opportunity employer
- Personal & Professional development opportunities
- Committed to safety & wellbeing
- Training & development opportunities
How to apply
Please include a Cover Letter and Resume. We want to know why you want to work for Suburban Rail Loop Authority, why you are interested in the role, and, taking into account the Key Selection Criteria as a whole, how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role.
Applications close 11:59 pm – Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
To access the Position Description, please click HERE.
Want to know more? Call Janette Kennedy, Manager First Peoples Strategy and Partnerships on M: 0482 533 185
Please note, appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
Our People Strategy and Gender Equality Action Plan are designed to enhance diversity in our workplace through targeted attraction strategies. If you have any questions related to recruitment, please feel free to reach out to the recruitment adviser or hiring manager mentioned in the position description.
For individuals with disabilities requiring adjustments during the recruitment process, our Inclusion team is here to provide support. The inclusion mailbox (inclusion@srla.vic.gov.au) is specifically for those seeking further information about targeted recruitment strategies and for individuals with disabilities requiring adjustments. Please contact us, and we will ensure your needs are met during the application and recruitment process.
SRLA is committed to providing a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and partners consistent with its obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act). To support this, SRLA recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated.
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