Heritage Consultant
Core
Conduct archaeological field surveys, test excavations, and salvage operations to assess Aboriginal cultural heritage significance and mitigate impacts on major infrastructure projects.
Role type
Intermediate Consultant Archaeologist (Aboriginal Heritage)
Builds
Technical heritage reports, conservation strategies, and regulatory compliance documentation for energy, transport, water, and defence projects.
Domain
Construction & Infrastructure / Aboriginal Cultural Heritage
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aboriginal cultural heritage assessment, archaeological field surveying, test excavation, salvage operations, stakeholder consultation with Aboriginal communities, knowledge of NSW heritage legislation, GIS mapping (ArcGIS Pro/QGIS), project coordination
Preferred skills
AHIP processes, NSW Code of Practice for Archaeological Investigation, Aboriginal artefact analysis, 4WD driving experience
Technologies
ArcGIS Pro, QGIS
Responsibilities
Prepare Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessments, Due Diligence Assessments, and Excavation Reports; Engage with Registered Aboriginal Parties and Local Aboriginal Land Councils; Conduct field surveys and test excavations across NSW landscapes; Collaborate with planners, ecologists, and engineers to integrate heritage outcomes; Manage project scope, scheduling, and budgeting for heritage components.
Seniority
Intermediate, hands-on IC