Social Inclusion and Aboriginal Participation Manager

Job Description

The Social Inclusion and Aboriginal Participation Manager is responsible for developing and delivering initiatives that improve employment, training, procurement and participation outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other under-represented groups. Requirements generally include relevant experience in social inclusion, Indigenous engagement, community development, stakeholder relations or major infrastructure projects, together with strong knowledge of Australian workplace and cultural practices. The successful candidate will build trusted relationships with communities, government agencies, subcontractors and internal project teams; prepare participation plans and reports; monitor targets; and support culturally safe workplaces. Strong communication, consultation, project coordination, reporting and negotiation skills are expected. Experience with Indigenous employment and procurement frameworks, such as Australian or project-specific participation targets, is highly desirable.

Company Info

CPB Contractors is one of Australia’s leading construction companies and a major member of the CIMIC Group. The company delivers large-scale infrastructure, building, transport, mining and civil construction projects across Australia, working with government and private-sector clients. Its projects include roads, rail, tunnels, airports, hospitals, utilities and resources facilities. CPB Contractors employs a large multidisciplinary workforce and places emphasis on safety, sustainability, community engagement, local employment and Aboriginal participation. The company operates through complex project teams involving engineers, construction professionals, subcontractors, suppliers and community stakeholders. A Social Inclusion and Aboriginal Participation Manager would typically support these commitments across major projects by improving employment pathways, training opportunities, supplier participation and cultural engagement. The advertised employer may be identified as CBP Contractors in the supplied information, although the role appears associated with CPB Contractors.

Destination Guide

Australia offers opportunities in construction, infrastructure, engineering, project management, health, education, technology, mining and community engagement. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and regional project locations. Australian workplace culture is generally direct, practical and collaborative, with strong emphasis on safety, equality, professionalism and work-life balance. Lifestyle ranges from urban living and extensive public transport to outdoor activities, beaches and regional communities. International workers normally need an appropriate visa, such as an employer-sponsored Skills in Demand visa, a skilled migration visa or a working holiday visa where eligible. Requirements vary by occupation, age, nationality, qualifications and sponsorship. Relocating workers should budget for housing, transport, healthcare, tax, insurance and initial living costs. Aboriginal cultural awareness is important, particularly for roles involving community partnerships and participation programs.