Heritage Advisor

RGIT Australia; Alexandra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid days off Christmas & birthday

Access to pool vehicles

NFP salary sacrifice

Job summary

Taungurung Land and Waters Council (TLaWC) seeks a dedicated Heritage Advisor to protect and manage Taungurung cultural heritage under the RAP Strategy. You will provide strategic guidance, support statutory obligations, and contribute to archaeological record management in partnership with local stakeholders.

The role requires experience in archeological fieldwork, strong communication with Aboriginal communities, and knowledge of Victorian heritage legislation.

Qualifications

• Experience undertaking archeological fieldwork.
• Registered heritage advisor with First Peoples State Relations (implied by selection criteria).
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people.
• Knowledge of Cultural Heritage management processes in Victoria.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice and support in protection, management and preservation of Taungurung cultural heritage.
• Develop efficiencies for workflow processes and statutory obligations.
• Contribute to TLaWC-led cultural heritage projects and approaches to archaeological record management.
• Collaborate with partners to build a whole-of-Country approach to cultural heritage practice.

Skills

Archaeological fieldwork

Heritage advisory

Cultural heritage management

Effective communication (Aboriginal)

Safe work practices

Job description

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 21 Sep 2026

Description

Reports to: Heritage Manager

Division: RAP, Biocultural Landscapes Division

Status: Full time

Term: Ongoing

Direct Reports: Nil

Taungurung Land and Waters Council (TLaWC) is the voice of the Taungurung people, a people with a strong sense of shared identity, self-determining in the management of Country and culture. As a Registered Aboriginal Party, TLaWC upholds the interests of the Taungurung people with emphasis on economic, social and cultural well-being. TLaWC's focus is to preserve the past, protect the present and strengthen the future of the Taungurung Nation, which occupies a large part of Central Victoria.

Benefits to working with TLaWC include:

• Paid days off over the Christmas period and your birthday
• Access to TLaWC pool vehicles
• NFP Salary sacrifice benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• Confidential EAP
• Contributing to useful and rewarding work
• Working with a supportive and empowering team that are passionate about Traditional Owner rights and the health of Country

The Heritage Advisor is responsible for providing strategic advice and support in the protection, management and preservation of Taungurung’s cultural heritage in line with the key objectives of the RAP Strategy and in accordance with the statutory functions under the Act. The core responsibilities of the position include:

• Proving technical and strategic advice on cultural heritage projects and activities in accordance with the RAPs legislative responsibilities under the Act,
• Develop efficiencies for workflow processes when undertaking statutory obligations,
• Participate and contribute to TLaWC led cultural heritage projects,
• Develop and work towards TLaWC led approaches to the management of the archaeological record.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the values and key pillars that underpin the TLaWC Strategic Plan 2021-2025 to support the vision and ambitions of the Taungurung community

2.Statutory Functions under the Act

• Ensure timely evaluation of CHMPs and CHPs,
• Assist in the development templates for CHMPs, CHPs, and other assessments,
• Where required and directed, support in compliance work lead by the Heritage Advisor – Compliance,
• Ensure the timely delivery of Letters of Advice/Due Diligence Assessments,
• Assist in the development of procedures for all statutory activities,
• Assist in the legal advice and policy development of TLaWC led responses to the cultural heritage management framework within Victoria.
• Liaise with external stakeholders as required in the development of TLaWC-led responses to cultural management framework within Victoria.
• Assist in the delivery of TLaWC RAP Strategy,
• Collaborate across TLaWC and with external partners to build, strengthen and support a whole of Country approach to cultural heritage practice and management,
• Where required, support Taungurung led partnerships, research and innovation.

4.Cultural Heritage Systems, Programs and Processes

• Support the RAP Unit to streamline processes, develop or amend policies and procedures, and create efficiencies in workflows,
• Support the planning, implementation and completion of cultural heritage projects in line with TLaWC strategic goals and initiatives.

5.Strategic Partnerships

• Support collaborative relationships with other RAPs, Traditional Owners and Indigenous Groups or organisations,
• Support relationships with Local Government Organisations, Sponsors and land managers.

6.General

• Any other duties, as directed by the Director, RAP,
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures and work instructions to support a safe work environment for all staff

Key Selection Criteria

• Experience undertaking archeological fieldwork,
• Experienced Heritage Advisor, registered with First Peoples State Relations,
• Demonstrated and applied understanding of Cultural Heritage management processes in Victoria,
• Prepare to work safely in the construction industry whitecard (Nationally Accredited Unit Code: CPCCWHS1001) or willingness to undertake training as directed by Director, RAP,
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people,
• Knowledge and understanding of the political, social and economic issues affecting Aboriginal Victorians and, specifically, of the provisions of the Traditional Owner Settlement Act 2010 and the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006,
• Ability to work effectively within small teams,
• A willingness to follow instruction and communicate effectively with other TLaWC staff,
• A willingness to follow and apply safe work practices in accordance with OH&S
• Requirements,
• A current Victorian Driver’s License.
• Successfully pass a Working with Children Check

Full Job Description available at https://taungurung.com.au/careers/

Company Overview

Taungurung Land and Waters Council (TLaWC) was registered 16 July 2009 as the Registered Aboriginal Party that represents the interests of the Taungurung people. TLaWC is the corporate representative and ‘face’ of the Taungurung people and serves to uphold their interests with respect to culture and country.