Neoen acknowledges the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Owners of the land on which Culcairn Solar Farm will harvest and store the energy of the sun. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Apply for First Nations Training in Sept

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Apply for First Nations Training in Sept

Across 1st to 18th September 2025, Neoen in partnership with the Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) and with guidance from the Dyiraamalang Girbang Elders, is delivering a bespoke training program to support and upskill First Nations peoples living near Neoen’s 440 MWp Culcairn Solar Farm in New South Wales, in cultural heritage management.
 
This is a free training opportunity and those interested & eligible are welcome to attend even if it is only for a few days. For more information, contact Ruth Davys on 0427 042 209 or .
 
Where: Mirambeena Community Centre, 19 Martha Mews, Lavington NSW 2641
When: From 9.30am to 3.30pm, Mondays to Thursdays
Requirement: be 18 years of age or older, able to travel to and from the community centre on their own and from the First Nations community
 
What to expect: 
First Nations peoples will benefit from a combination of theory and practical hands-on knowledge delivered by CIT’s experienced trainer alongside a range of industry experts and local Elders and Knowledge Holders. Key topics to be covered include:
  • Cultural Heritage Monitoring including a site tour of Neoen’s Culcairn Solar Farm
  • Conservation and Ecosystems Management
  • NSW Government’s AHMIS system and working as a Registered Aboriginal Party
  • White Card Certification – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (CPCWHS1001)
  • Setting up a small business and/or tips to work as an individual contractor
  • Types of work and employment opportunities including an Industry day to meet prospective clients
 
Personal and Protective Equipment will be provided to each participant for the duration of this program as well as to take home upon its successful completion.