Environment & Sustainability Consulting (Consulting & Strategy)
Full time
Extent Heritage is one of the largest heritage advisory firms in Australia with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Hobart. We employ over seventy permanent professional staff covering the full range of heritage disciplines. We have an impressive range of clients across all levels of government and the private sector.
Our multidisciplinary capabilities include built heritage, Aboriginal cultural heritage, historical archaeology, cultural landscape management, interpretation, historical research and digital heritage.
Over the last decade, our firm has managed some of the largest and most complex heritage projects in Australia and the region. National profile sites include Queen Victoria Market, Fremantle Prison, Norfolk Island and the Tasmanian Wilderness.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced professional to join our team as a Heritage Advisor on a full-time, permanent basis. Our Aboriginal Archaeology team is growing and we are looking for highly motivated heritage professionals who want to grow their skills, experience and career with us. The position is located in our Sydney office, but you will have the opportunity to work on projects nationally.
The Heritage Advisor is responsible for carrying out commercial consultancy projects, requiring skills in project management as well as key technical experience and project management of Aboriginal cultural heritage projects, including budgeting, fieldwork logistics, client liaison and invoicing.
About You
Essential skills and experience
Appropriate degree (heritage conservation, architecture, planning, history, cultural heritage studies, as appropriate), with Honours or equivalent.
Demonstrated professional experience.
Demonstrated ability to prepare documentation to a high standard.
Experience in delivering successful and timely projects.
Demonstrated experience in execution of archaeological surveys and excavations, site identification, recording, assessment, and Aboriginal community consultation.
Demonstrated experience in site inspections, recording, and research.
Sound working knowledge of relevant local, state and national level legislations applicable to local, state, national and World heritage.
Availability and willingness to work out of the Sydney metro area for short-term projects or fieldwork, as well as inter-state.
Excellent oral, written, and organisational skills.
Sound knowledge of principles and best practice guidelines as outlined in the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter.
Desirable skills and experience
First Aid Certificate
Experience working in a commercial environment
Demonstrated experience in conservation and/or interpretation
Rail Industry Worker card
What we offer
You will have the support and opportunity to develop your knowledge and expertise with our passionate, multi-disciplined team located across our offices and a competitive salary package commensurate with experience. In addition to this, we offer:
Vibrant and friendly environment with a relaxed, but fast-paced atmosphere
Great projects to work on
Health and wellbeing initiatives
Professional and personal development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements available
How to apply
To be considered for this position, please provide your CV (a maximum of two pages), the details of two referees, and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Applications are submitted via the 'APPLY' link or via direct email at: ******
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