Our team members nourish the bodies and minds of thousands of people every day, through food and support services focused on health and wellbeing. Creating bonds and connections between people and communities across Australia, Compass Group’s corporate footprint is designed for people, the planet and communities in which we work to thrive now and long into the future. 

The Role 

Compass Group Australia is seeking a Senior Indigenous Engagement & Inclusion Advisor for two part-time roles: one permanent (4 days/week) and one fixed-term (4 days/week) for maternity leave coverage.

In this role, you will lead and implement the Indigenous Engagement & Inclusion Framework, providing strategic leadership, expert guidance, and operational support to embed inclusive practices. As a key member of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) team, you will work closely with leaders and teams to foster a culture of inclusion, respect, and accountability, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and legal requirements.

Role Purpose & Contribution 

• Lead and implement Indigenous Engagement & Inclusion initiatives across all CGA business sectors. 

• Provide thought leadership, strategic advice, and coaching to senior leaders, ensuring Indigenous engagement is operationally embedded. 

• Collaborate with Executives, General Managers, and senior management to drive sustainable improvements in Indigenous engagement and inclusion performance. 

• Act as a trusted senior advisor, offering high-level strategic input and project management expertise. 

• Work closely with operations, recruitment, shared services, and external partners to drive meaningful engagement and talent retention. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide high-level advice, coaching, and support to leaders on Indigenous engagement strategies. 

• Champion inclusive workplace practices and drive organisational change. 

• Develop and implement Indigenous engagement strategies to attract and retain diverse talent. 

• Lead compliance efforts to uphold Indigenous engagement policies and initiatives. 

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders, clients, peak agencies, and Indigenous communities to enhance engagement initiatives. 

• Represent CGA in the Compass Group Global DE&I network, sharing best practices. 

• Engage with business development teams to integrate Indigenous engagement into bids, tenders, and sales proposals. 

• Oversee strategic projects such as Reconciliation Action Plans (RAP), Goolyara Bidi, and DE&I Strategy. 

• Drive improvements based on insights from Indigenous Employment Index, People Pulse, and AWEI surveys. 

• Deliver high-quality reports and insights to support business growth and DE&I progress. 

The Person 

• HR degree or similar qualification OR minimum 5 years' experience in DE&I and Indigenous Engagement. 

• Proven track record in providing strategic Indigenous engagement advice and leadership. 

• Strong project management, governance, and compliance expertise. 

• Experience partnering with People teams, business leaders, and external Indigenous communities. 

• Ability to guide senior leaders and influence without direct authority. 

• Strong stakeholder engagement across business sectors and communities. 

• Understanding of business operations and how DE&I initiatives drive performance. 

• Ability to develop solutions and drive continuous improvement. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate strategies and insights. 

The Benefits  

You will have the support, infrastructure, systems and processes you would expect from a global organisation. As an employer of choice, we recognise high performance and foster individual development. Additionally, our employees enjoy the following benefits:  

• Immediate access to 100+ retail discounts accessible from your mobile.  

• Multiple salary packaging options to help your dollar go further.  

• Health and well-being employee benefits to help look after you.  

• Recognition programs including service and safety awards, and regular team events.  

• Ongoing training and development, and endless career growth opportunities.