Indigenous Participation and Social Inclusion Manager

Role summary

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The Indigenous Participation and Social Inclusion Manager will lead initiatives that improve Indigenous employment, supplier participation, cultural inclusion and broader social outcomes across construction projects. Requirements typically include experience in Indigenous engagement, social procurement, community partnerships, workforce development or diversity and inclusion, preferably within construction, infrastructure or government projects. The candidate is expected to build trusted relationships with Indigenous communities, employees, contractors and clients; develop and monitor participation targets; support culturally safe workplaces; prepare reports; and ensure commitments are delivered in practice. Strong communication, stakeholder-management, project coordination and understanding of Australian Indigenous cultures and procurement frameworks are important. Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience, along with Australian work rights, may be required.

About the employer

CBP Contractors is an Australian construction and infrastructure contractor delivering projects through multidisciplinary teams across the building and civil sectors. The company works with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and local communities to deliver projects safely, efficiently and responsibly. Its work typically involves project delivery, construction management, subcontractor coordination and stakeholder engagement. As a contractor operating in Australia, CBP Contractors places importance on safety, quality, compliance, commercial performance and constructive relationships with project partners. A role focused on Indigenous participation and social inclusion supports the company’s broader social procurement and community-engagement objectives by helping create employment, training, supplier and cultural-inclusion opportunities. The organisation is likely to suit professionals who enjoy working across operational teams while influencing workplace culture and measurable community outcomes.

Working in Australia

Australia offers opportunities in construction, infrastructure, engineering, project management, community engagement, health, technology and skilled trades, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and regional centres. Its culture is diverse and generally informal, with strong emphasis on workplace safety, fairness and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to coastal, rural and tropical environments; housing and transport costs can be high in major cities. Skilled workers may consider employer-sponsored visas, the Temporary Skill Shortage pathway, regional visas or skilled migration programs, subject to occupation lists and eligibility. Indigenous engagement roles require cultural sensitivity and respectful collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Before relocating, candidates should confirm qualifications, police checks, English requirements, health criteria, registration needs and visa conditions. Researching state-based employment markets, rental costs, taxation, superannuation and healthcare access is also advisable.