Heritage Manager

Downer; Ryde; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work with experienced E

Career development within Downer

Job summary

Downer is seeking an experienced Heritage Manager to lead heritage across major infrastructure delivery within our Energy and Utilities business. Reporting to the Environmental, Planning and Sustainability Director, you will oversee heritage risk, ensure compliance with NSW legislation and CSSI framework, and work with construction teams to integrate heritage requirements into delivery.

You will coordinate heritage assessments, investigations and salvage, manage approvals and regulatory

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in Archaeology, Heritage Management, Environmental Science or related field.
• Experience leading heritage programs on large infrastructure projects.
• Solid knowledge of NSW heritage laws and the CSSI framework.
• Experience with Aboriginal cultural heritage and stakeholder engagement.
• Understanding of heritage approvals, compliance and regulatory processes.
• Experience implementing Heritage Management Plans and salvage procedures.
• Ability to deliver practical, commercially aware guidance to project teams.
• Strong communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Experience working with ISO 14001 management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate heritage assessments, investigations and salvage works.
• Manage approvals and regulatory notifications for projects.
• Implement Heritage Management Plans and unexpected finds procedures.
• Provide timely heritage guidance that supports compliance and construction schedules.

Skills

Heritage management experience

NSW heritage legislation knowledge

Aboriginal cultural heritage

Heritage approvals & compliance

Heritage Management Plans

Practical/commercial advice

Stakeholder engagement

ISO 14001 experience

Budget & programme management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Archaeology/Heritage Management/Environmental Science or related discipline

Job description

Downer is seeking an experienced Heritage Manager to join our Energy and Utilities business and provide specialist heritage leadership across major infrastructure delivery.

Heritage Manager

The opportunity

Downer is seeking an experienced Heritage Manager to join our Energy and Utilities business and provide specialist heritage leadership across major infrastructure delivery.

Reporting to the Environmental, Planning and Sustainability Director, you will manage heritage risks and support compliance with applicable Commonwealth and NSW heritage legislation and project approval conditions. You will work closely with construction and environmental teams to ensure heritage requirements are practically integrated into project delivery.

You will coordinate heritage assessments, investigations and salvage works, manage approvals and regulatory notifications, implement Heritage Management Plans and unexpected finds procedures, and provide timely advice that supports both compliance and the construction programme.

You will also build effective relationships with regulators, the Environmental Representative, Registered Aboriginal Parties, Traditional Owners and specialist heritage consultants.

What we're looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in Archaeology, Heritage Management, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Extensive heritage management experience within major infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of NSW heritage legislation and the CSSI framework
• Experience in Aboriginal cultural heritage and stakeholder engagement
• Strong understanding of heritage approvals, compliance and regulatory requirements
• Experience implementing Heritage Management Plans and unexpected finds procedures
• Ability to provide practical and commercially aware advice to construction and project teams
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, planning and organisational skills
• Experience working with ISO 14001 management systems
• Ability to manage heritage consultants, budgets and programmes effectively

What we offer

• The opportunity to work closely with experienced construction, environment, sustainability, planning and approvals professionals
• A role where your specialist advice directly supports compliant and effective project delivery
• Career development opportunities within Downer and the broader Energy and Utilities business

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy and Utilities business provides end to end infrastructure solutions across Australia's energy and utilities sectors. Our teams work across complex infrastructure environments, bringing together specialist capability in project delivery, environment, sustainability, planning and construction.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.