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Heritage advisor - aboriginal archaeology

We are looking for a Heritage Advisor to join our growing Melbourne team. A Heritage Advisor is responsible for carrying out a range of commercial consultancy projects, requiring skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, client liaison, archaeological assessment and excavation, and reporting. This position will suit a highly motivated individual with some level of research, writing, analytical, project management and technical skills, who enjoys working in a close-knit, supportive team environment. An understanding of Victorian heritage legislation is desirable.

Essential Criteria

The following criteria are considered essential:

• Appropriate degree (anthropology, archaeology, history, heritage studies, as appropriate) with Honours or equivalent;

• Three or more years’ experience in consulting or equivalent professional practice;

• Demonstrated experience in client liaison, project management, directing project teams, working to deadlines within budget constraints, engaging and managing subcontractors;

• Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal cultural heritage management in Australia;

• Demonstrated experience in Aboriginal community consultation;

• Demonstrated experience in field investigations and recording, research and impact assessment;

• Sound knowledge of principles and best practice guidelines as outlined in the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter;

• Knowledge of relevant Victorian and Commonwealth legislation;

• Demonstrated ability to meet Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental requirements;

• Demonstrated ability to prepare assessment and management reports to a high professional standard;

• Valid Australian Drivers’ licence; and

• Construction Industry Safety Induction (White Card) – or a willingness to obtain one.

Desirable Criteria

The following criteria will be considered favourably:

• Being (or being eligible to be) listed as a Heritage Advisor under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 (Vic.);

• Active research interests and involvement with professional bodies;

• Specialist skills such as artefact analysis, GIS, surveying, geomorphology, geoarchaeology, geochronology, historical research, archival photographic recording and/or heritage interpretation; and

• Demonstrated experience conducting Aboriginal cultural values mapping, surveys and/or assessments.

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; and

• Professional and personal development opportunities.

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 to careers@extent.com.au.

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