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Job Opportunities

Yamatji Southern Regional Corporation continues to grow our workforce with new job opportunities. If you want to join a team that is innovative, inclusive, and invested in developing your skills and talent, see below vacancies open for applications. 

YSRC promotes diversity and embraces a high standard of equal opportunity, health and safety, and ethical practice, and opportunity for Yamatji people. All employees are required to always comply with relevant safety procedures/guidelines and equal opportunity principles. 

To apply for any positions, please email a comprehensive CV relevant to the position and a cover letter addressing your experience for the job role you are interested to hr@ysrc.com.au 

Current Vacancies

YSRC PROJECT MANAGER – STRATEGIC PROJECTS

Job Type:        Full Time

Location:         Geraldton, Geraldton, Gascoyne & Midwest WA

Salary:            $120k–$135k + super, plus additional benefits (commensurate with experience).

Reports to: Chief Commercial Officer

Closing date: Wednesday, 15 October 2025

About the role:

Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, you’ll coordinate and deliver a diverse portfolio of projects across housing, land development, infrastructure, tourism, energy, commercial ventures, and environmental/cultural initiatives. You’ll manage the full lifecycle from feasibility and business case, through design, procurement, and delivery, to close-out, embedding YSRC governance, cultural values and strategic objectives throughout.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead housing and land development projects, including feasibility and due diligence.

  • Coordinate enabling infrastructure delivery; manage contractors, WHS and procurement.

  • Support cultural and tourism initiatives with strong Traditional Owner and stakeholder engagement.

  • Contribute to commercial ventures and new opportunity business cases.

  • Advance energy/sustainability initiatives across YSRC’s programs.

  • Support environmental & cultural programs, including the Indigenous Protected Area Project, in close consultation with Rangers and other partners.

  • Establish PM frameworks (plans, budgets, schedules, risk registers) and prepare reports for Boards/Committees.

 About you (selection criteria)

  • Demonstrated project management/coordination experience—ideally housing, construction or infrastructure.

  • Strong organisation, financial and risk skills; ability to juggle multiple priorities.

  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication; experience with Traditional Owners/Aboriginal Corporations.

  • Clear communicator, able to produce and deliver reports, presentations and business cases.

  • Desirable: relevant tertiary qualifications; knowledge of procurement/contract management; regional WA delivery experience.

How to apply

Click Apply on SEEK and upload your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
Closing date: Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
Enquiries: Travis McNaught, Chief Commercial Officer – 0409 209 628 | tmcnaught@ysrc.com.au


YAMATJI MEMBER REPRESENTATIVE DIRECTORS AND ONE YAMATJI EXPERT DIRECTOR

Number of Positions: 3 Positions

  • Two (2) Yamatji Member Representative Directors

  • One (1) Yamatji Expert Director

Applications Open: September 5, 2025

Applications Close: October 16, 2025, at 12:00 PM AWST

Submission Email: hr@ysrc.com.au     

DIRECTOR ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • To qualify as a Director applicants must:

  • Be at least 18 years old

  • Be an Australian resident

  • Not be disqualified by the Corporations Act, CATSI Act, Associations Act, or ACNC Act

  • Be able to provide a National Police Clearance acceptable to the Board

  • Not be employed by YSRC, the Economic Arm, Yamatji Nation Trustee Company, Professional Trustee Company, or BYAC

  • Have no conflicting commitments with the Director role

  • Meet independence requirements

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR MEMBER REPRESENTATIVE DIRECTORS

Applicants for Yamatji Member Representative positions must be YSRC Members and show experience in:

  • Corporate governance

  • Community development

  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Strategic planning and execution

  • Heritage and land management

  • Business financial literacy 

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR EXPERT DIRECTOR

Candidates for the Expert Director role must demonstrate extensive experience in most of the following areas:

  • Corporate governance

  • Strategic planning and risk management

  • Marketing and communication

  • Business development or management

  • Finance, accounting, or financial management

  • Legal knowledge

  • Business and corporate acquisitions

Other required qualifications include:

  • At least two years’ experience as a company director within the past five years

  • Completion of the AICD Company Directors Course or a similar course for company directors and/or officers;

  • Proven financial literacy

  • Strong leadership and teamwork skills

  • Tertiary qualifications or equivalent relevant experience

  • Recognised business acumen

DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Attend and actively contribute to at least six Board meetings per year

  • Provide advice on cultural, strategic, and governance matters

  • Act with care, skill, and diligence at all times

  • Support and uphold the Yamatji Governance Framework, ILUA, and YSRC’s strategic goals

  • Promote accountability, transparency, and cultural integrity

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants should send:

  • A cover letter describing their interest, relevant experience, and the role they are applying for (Member Representative or Expert Director)

  • A current résumé (maximum three pages)

  • Contact details for two referees

All applications must be submitted via email to hr@ysrc.com.au using the subject line: 'EOI – YSRC Director Application'. 


EOI - HERITAGE WORK

YSRC is committed to providing a healthy and hazard-free environment by minimizing all preventable factors related to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and taxation obligations. We aim to ensure that Yamatji Heritage Advisors provide a professional Cultural Heritage service, meaning that we are all well, fit for work, and comply with relevant standards for insurance, taxation, and financial obligations. 

To safely participate in Cultural Heritage monitoring and surveys, please complete the following onboarding documentation: 

  • Qualifications: Provide as many of your qualifications upfront. Members who are pre-qualified will be listed for the Cultural Committee to consider for nominations. 

  • Onboarding Form: Complete the Expression of Interest form below. You may complete these online or print and upload the completed form. We can assist in completing the forms. 

  • Honest Answers: Answer all questions honestly and provide any necessary information to ensure you are qualified as a Yamatji Heritage Advisor as soon as possible. 

  • Contact Information: Keep your contact information up to date with the YSRC Heritage Team to avoid missing out on work opportunities. 

All Yamatji Heritage Advisors' names are recorded in a spreadsheet shared with the relevant Cultural Committees. Only those who commence the qualification process will be rotated to ensure that everyone gets some heritage work. We aim to ensure that the right people speak for the right country. Provide as much information as possible when applying for heritage work to allow the Cultural Committees to make informed decisions. For more details, refer to our ‘Heritage Obligations’ page.


Location: Bootenal Road (15 minutes from Geraldton, WA
Position: Casual 10 - 30 hours available / week
Salary: Competitive hourly rate of $29.50

ABOUT YAMATJI FRESH

Yamatji Fresh is YSRC’s successful new horticulture greenhouse farm committed to delivering high-quality, fresh produce to our customers while supporting local communities. We take pride in sustainable farming practices and ensuring that our produce is picked and packed with care. Read more

JOB PURPOSE

As a Produce Picker at Yamatji Fresh, you will be responsible for selecting, harvesting, and packing fresh fruits and vegetables according to quality standards. This role requires working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring efficiency and accuracy while maintaining a focus on food safety and hygiene.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Harvest and pick fresh produce with care to avoid damage

  • Sort and grade produce according to size, quality, and ripeness

  • Pack and stack produce in crates or containers for transport

  • Work efficiently to meet daily picking targets

  • Follow health and safety guidelines, including correct lifting techniques

  • Operate picking tools and equipment safely (if applicable)

  • Maintain cleanliness in work areas and report any quality issues to supervisors

  • Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

    For more details of requirements for job position: DOWNLOAD THE JOB POSITION

PRODUCE PICKING WITH YAMATJI FRESH

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