Health, Safety & Environment (Mining, Resources & Energy)The OpportunityAt APA, our purpose is simple: to strengthen communities through responsible energy.We now have an exciting opportunity for a Heritage Specialist to join our People, Safety and Culture team in our Brisbane office for a fixed term contract of 15 months.Reporting directly to the Heritage Business Partner, a key responsibility of the Heritage Specialist role is leveraging heritage and First Nations related knowledge, experience, and insights to support the business with its operational and strategic decision making and to drive better performance.Key ResponsibilitiesEngage with First Nations Peoples regarding APA's activities and seek to establish enduring relationshipsPrepare, implement and maintain Cultural Heritage Management Plans (or equivalent) in consultation with all stakeholdersFacilitate assessment of heritage data for due diligence purposes and communicate outcomes to internal stakeholdersDesign, coordinate and oversee delivery of heritage surveys to update MSP heritage records. This will include the engagement of specialist consultants and overseeing their performancePrepare heritage data and submit for upload to the Geographic Information System (GIS)Provide advice and support to key internal stakeholders regarding heritage requirements, risks and management measuresYour backgroundTertiary qualifications to degree level in archaeology or equivalentMinimum 8 years experience working in archaeology or equivalent including ability to provide heritage advice and guidance to internal stakeholders and to engage with external stakeholdersSound knowledge of heritage law and regulatory frameworks in NSW, South Australia, and QueenslandAptitude for risk management, process and procedural improvement and business efficiencyAbility to engage and coach stakeholders and influence key decision makers across the organisation including senior managers to achieve results and outcomesHighly developed system skills with extensive experience in databases and GISWorking at APAAt APA we're committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where you can achieve your best. We'll provide you with access to targeted career development programs, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing programs. We also have an inclusive parental leave policy providing 18 weeks leave including superannuation to support parents at work and in life.We are APA Group, a leading Australian energy infrastructure business. We proudly own, operate and manage a diverse $27 billion portfolio of gas, electricity, solar and wind assets which deliver essential services to communities and customers across Australia. Our customer-centric approach means we understand our customers and their businesses, offering reliable, innovative, and cost-effective energy solutions that support their decarbonisation ambitions.Join our team and be part of Australia's energy transition!We'd love to hear from you.APA is an equal-opportunity employer. The safety, health and wellbeing of our people, community and environment are a priority. We embrace diversity in our people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities that we operate in.Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered. This vacancy works with critical APA data, systems or infrastructure and candidates are subject to background vetting (including Police checks) before & during employment.Role closes Sunday 13th October 2024. Role Reference number JR1197.
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