Posted Thursday 20 November 2025 at 10:00 pm
Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of commercial plantation and native forests in NSW. We manage more than two million hectares of forests for the environmental, economic, and social benefit of the people of NSW and Australia. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are focused on empowering our people to use their creativity, authenticity and innovative thinking to be the champions of change now and into the future. That is why no matter who you are, we encourage you to apply for the job that’s right for you. We aim to have a workforce that reflects the diverse communities in which we work and so we strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
Why grow your career with Forestry Corporation of NSW:
At Forestry Corporation of NSW, our values are at the heart of everything that we do. We hope you share our values of:
- Wellbeing: Everyone home, injury free, everyday
- Respect: We care for country, community, and ourselves
- Integrity: We are honest and accountable
- Innovation: We challenge ourselves to think differently, be bold and continuously improve
The Opportunity:
We currently have an exciting new opportunity for a Cultural Heritage Ranger to join the team in Bathurst. Forestry Corporation NSW employs a team of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Rangers to work with Aboriginal communities throughout NSW. The team works to identify, protect and manage Aboriginal Culture and Heritage.
What we can offer you:
- A permanent position of Cultural Heritage Forest Ranger based in Bathurst, NSW.
- Fantastic opportunity to protect our Aboriginal culture and heritage.
- Mainly outdoor, field-based work with some office-based parts of the role.
- Great opportunity to start or develop your career in a sustainable and vibrant industry, with training to ensure you have the skills for the job.
- Great culture and working environment enabling you to work independently whilst getting the support you need to succeed in the role.
About the role:
The purpose of this position is to support effective forestry operations by building and maintaining mutually beneficial partnerships with Aboriginal communities. You will ensure the appropriate protection and management of Aboriginal cultural heritage, undertake and/or facilitate accurate, compliant and timely pre-operational Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Surveys in designated areas. You will positively promote FCNSW to the public, ensure environmental protection, enforce visitor compliance and build positive community relationships.
We would love you to have:
- The ability to work independently, as well as part of a team in a bush, forest setting.
- Carefully consider the setting we work in, our community and our contractors and neighbours
- Have a safety-first mindset and be responsible for your own safety and support a culturally safe working environment
- A sound knowledge and awareness of Aboriginal cultural heritage issues, including knowledge and skills in conducting relevant surveys in a forest setting
- A sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal cultural protocols, customs, and practices as they relate to engagement, communication, site identification and recording
- Appreciation of issues relevant to the Aboriginal community, particularly as they relate to the use and management of forests
- The ability to meet, communicate and at times direct visitors to adhere to appropriate forest rules
- The ability to plan and prioritise work, meet standards and deadlines.
- Well-developed people skills and experience in building trusted relationships.
- Good written communication skills including ability to prepare cultural and heritage reports
Please note that this position is an identified position, and it is essential that the occupant be of Aboriginal descent.
For further information about the role pleasecontactLydon Orpwood, Stewardship & Fire Manager on:
APPLICAIONS CLOSE: SUNDAY 14 DECEMBER 2025 @ 11:59PM AEDT
Depending on the role the preferred candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete aDrug and Alcohol screening, and/or Medical Assessment and/or a Fire Task Based Assessment (TBA).
For roles requiring, thesuccessful candidate(s) must be fit to perform firefighting activities, which may include working in smoky conditionsand the ability to be physicallyactivein unevenorsteep terrain. Offers of employment for these roles are subject to the results of the pre-employment Medical Assessment whichmay preclude candidates high risk conditionsfrom being able to meet the inherent requirements of the role.
The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.
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