Heritage Advisor

Tardis Enterprises PTY LTD; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Tardis Archaeology, a Melbourne-based heritage consultancy, is seeking a Heritage Advisor to provide expert heritage management advice on-site in Port Melbourne, VIC. The role includes assessing archaeological sites, preparing clear documentation, and coordinating field investigations.

Applicants should have tertiary qualifications in archaeology or related fields, knowledge of Victorian and Australian heritage frameworks, and strong GIS and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in heritage advisory, archaeology, or cultural heritage management with site assessments and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of heritage legislation, planning frameworks, and industry standards in Victoria and Australia.
• Proficient research, analysis, and documentation with clear recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on heritage management and review proposals for heritage impacts.
• Conduct assessments of archaeological and cultural heritage sites and prepare reports.
• Coordinate and support field investigations and site inspections.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and community stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Contribute to heritage conservation strategies and maintain project records.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate heritage into project planning.

Skills

Heritage advisory

Heritage legislation

Research & documentation

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Fieldwork

GIS

Ethical practice

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in archaeology or related field

Tools

GIS

Office software

Job description

The Heritage Advisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Port Melbourne, VIC. The position is responsible for providing expert advice on heritage management, conducting assessments of archaeological and cultural heritage sites, and preparing clear, accurate documentation and reports. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing development proposals for heritage impacts, coordinating and supporting field investigations, and liaising with clients, regulatory authorities, and community stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best-practice standards. The Heritage Advisor will also contribute to heritage conservation strategies, maintain project records, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate heritage considerations into project planning and delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on heritage management
• Conduct assessments of archaeological and cultural heritage sites
• Prepare clear, accurate documentation and reports
• Review development proposals for heritage impacts
• Coordinate and support field investigations
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and community stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best-practice standards
• Contribute to heritage conservation strategies
• Maintain project records
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate heritage considerations into project planning and delivery

About you

• Demonstrated experience in heritage advisory, archaeology, or cultural heritage management, including site assessments and reporting
• Strong knowledge of relevant heritage legislation, planning frameworks, and industry standards applicable in Victoria and Australia
• Proficiency in research, analysis, and documentation, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to work with clients, government agencies, Traditional Owners, and community groups
• Project coordination abilities, including time management, organisation, and attention to detail across multiple concurrent projects
• Capability to work safely and effectively in field environments, including participation in archaeological surveys and site inspections
• Relevant tertiary qualification in archaeology, heritage conservation, history, anthropology, or a related discipline
• Experience with GIS or spatial data tools, and standard office software, is highly regarded
• Commitment to ethical practice, inclusive collaboration, and the respectful treatment of cultural heritage

About us

Tardis Archaeology is an independent consultancy based in Melbourne, Victoria. We have been providing quality service and professional advice in the fields of Indigenous and non-Indigenous cultural heritage management to private and public sector clients for over 30 years. We seek to achieve positive heritage outcomes for all stakeholders by providing high level advice, analysis, communication, and by promoting our principals of ethics and integrity. Tardis Archaeology aims to provide a rewarding environment that facilitates the professional growth of our staff. Our projects are interesting and engaging, and often require an ability to identify unique solutions in challenging situations. We encourage and support professional development and offer flexible working arrangements.