Heritage Consultant

We have an excellent opportunity for a Heritage Consultant to join our team in our Port Melbourne office.

As a key member of our team, you will have the chance to dive into a variety of exciting projects and make a real impact as you work on Aboriginal and historical archaeology initiatives. You’ll be developing Cultural Heritage Management Plans, Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Due Diligence Assessments, Historical Impact Statements, and other key archaeological reports

The successful candidate will ideally have experience in undertaking archaeological surveys, tests, and salvage excavations. Experience in preparing interpretation strategies, cultural values assessments or similar assessments would be highly valued but is not essential.

To excel in this role field experience is a must, and any prior consulting experience will be highly regarded. Your ability to adapt to diverse projects and locations will be crucial as you will work on multiple assignments with varying demands. Flexibility and a willingness to travel are essential attributes to ensure success in this position.

A valid driver’s license and Australian work rights are required for this role

Benefits

Biosis prides itself on having a supportive and progressive workplace culture.

We offer:

  • Comprehensive learning and development program
  • Team training days
  • Relaxed and friendly workplace culture
  • Study assistance to pursue higher qualifications
  • Internal job opportunities throughout NSW and Victoria
  • Flexible work arrangements…and much more!⁠

Applications

To apply, please submit your application to our SWAG job board.

To apply you will need to submit a CV and cover letter addressing the following required skills and attributes:

  • Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Archaeology (Honours level or equivalent preferred).
  • A minimum of 2 years’ of experience in either consulting with a focus on historical archaeology and/or Aboriginal cultural heritage.
  • Recognised as a Heritage Advisor in accordance with the Minister’s Guidelines on Heritage Advisor Qualifications and Experience.
  • Project management skills, including managing small budgets and delivery within set timeframes.
  • Sound proposal and report writing skills.
  • Understanding of Commonwealth and Victorian legislation and guidelines.
  • Willingness to undertake periods of fieldwork in both urban and remote locations

For further information, including a copy of the position description, please contact recruitment@biosis.com.au.