Newman, WA | Full time permanent
$95,000–$110,000 + super and benefits
Applications close: 4 December 2026
THE OPPORTUNITY
KJ is looking for a Fire Engagement Coordinator to work alongside Martu to plan, coordinate and deliver KJ’s fire program across the Martu determination.
This is a hands-on role combining fire management, community engagement and on-Country work. You will work closely with Martu elders, Traditional Owners, ranger teams and KJ staff to make sure Martu cultural knowledge and priorities shape the way fire is planned and managed across Country.
The role brings together traditional ecological knowledge and contemporary fire and natural resource management practices.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Work with Martu elders, Traditional Owners and communities to set annual burning priorities.
Develop and coordinate KJ’s annual operational fire management plan.
Coordinate fire activities, including the annual aerial burning program.
Support elders to share traditional burning knowledge and strengthen intergenerational knowledge transfer.
Provide practical, logistical and technical support to KJ ranger and field teams.
Identify and coordinate fire training that builds Martu skills and confidence.
Build strong relationships with fire management agencies, specialists and other partners.
Monitor and report on fire management outcomes, funding commitments and program expenditure.
ABOUT YOU
You will bring a strong combination of fire or environmental management experience and the ability to build respectful relationships with Traditional Owners.
We are looking for someone who has:
experience or qualifications in environmental management, particularly fire management;
strong cross-cultural communication and community engagement skills;
experience in participatory planning and working with communities;
practical knowledge of fire equipment, technology and vehicles;
the ability to work safely and confidently in remote environments;
good administrative, Microsoft Office and GIS skills;
a current manual driver’s licence and four-wheel-drive/off-road experience; and
the fitness and willingness to undertake remote fieldwork.
Experience in planned burning, aerial burning and bringing traditional and contemporary fire practices together would be highly valued.
LOCATION AND CONDITIONS
Location: Newman, WA
Travel: Regular travel and fieldwork on Country and in remote Martu communities
Salary: $95,000–$110,000 + super and benefits
Benefits: A generous salary package, including housing allowances, annual leave, professional development will be negotiated depending on experience.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit:
your current resume; and
a cover letter outlining why the opportunity interests you and the relevant experience and strengths you would bring.
Applications and enquiries can be sent to Rachel.dewaal@kj.org.au
Applications close: 4 December 2026
KJ may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date.