Indigenous Affairs Mentor & Community Liaison Officer | Mon - Fri | Balcatta Support Centre

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-07 Perth, WA, au Full-time Hybrid Community Services Development

Company shared salary

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Market rate

A$6,250–A$7,916/mo (A$75,000–A$94,992/yr)

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

About the Company

At Sodexo, we're all about people. With over 400,000 team members globally and thousands across Australia, our strength lies in our values: Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress. We believe every action we take makes a difference - not just to our business, but to the communities and environments we serve. Working with Sodexo means more than a job; it's about belonging, purpose, and growth. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all walks of life to help us create a positive and lasting impact on individuals, society, and the planet.

Responsibilities

  • Build strong, trusted relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees through regular site visits, mentoring sessions and culturally safe "yarns."
  • Provide individualised support, guidance and coaching to employees throughout their employment lifecycle.
  • Assist employees with career development planning, goal setting and identifying pathways for growth and advancement.
  • Connect employees with appropriate internal and external support services, including wellbeing, health and community resources.
  • Collaborate with operational leaders, Human Resources, Learning & Development and other key stakeholders to deliver successful employment outcomes.
  • Promote and support the delivery of Sodexo's Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) initiatives.
  • Foster meaningful and respectful engagement with Traditional Owners, Elders and community organisations to support employment, training and community development opportunities.
  • Deliver cultural awareness and capability-building initiatives to employees and leaders across the business.
  • Maintain accurate records, case notes and reporting requirements while ensuring confidentiality and professional boundaries are upheld.

Requirements

  • A strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and contemporary issues.
  • Demonstrated experience in mentoring, coaching, employment services, community engagement, social support or a similar people-focused role.
  • The ability to establish trust, build meaningful relationships and provide culturally responsive support.
  • Experience engaging with Traditional Owners, Elders and community stakeholders in a respectful and authentic manner.
  • Demonstrated confidence presenting, facilitating discussions and engaging with diverse audiences, from small groups to large forums and community events.
  • The ability to work autonomously while managing multiple priorities.
  • Sound administrative and computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience designing, coordinating and delivering projects from concept through to implementation, including stakeholder engagement, reporting and measuring outcomes.
  • A current National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain one).
  • A current Australian Driver's Licence and willingness to travel to remote operational sites as required.

Benefits

  • We offer a competitive salary
  • plenty of development opportunities
  • an outstanding benefits and recognition program to keep you motivated and supported