Senior Heritage & Archaeology Lead – NSW

Umwelt; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 150.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

Work nationally across diverse and few

MeDays: paid wellbeing days

Employee Share Plan (ESP)

Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing tools and initiatives

Descripción de la vacante

Umwelt Australia is seeking a Principal Heritage and Archaeology Consultant to lead Aboriginal heritage and archaeology projects across NSW. The role focuses on delivering high-quality outputs, guiding a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will mentor junior staff, engage with clients, government agencies and communities, and provide strategic direction on heritage matters. Based in Newcastle, Central Coast or Sydney with national project opportunities.

Formación

• A degree in Cultural Heritage Management, Archaeology, Anthropology or related field.
• Preferably experience in a consultancy environment.
• Knowledge of relevant State and Commonwealth heritage legislation and guidelines; multi-state experience valued.
• Demonstrate leadership experience, including project management and team coordination.
• Interest and experience with client relationship management.
• Australian Drivers licence (ideally with 4WD experience).

Responsabilidades

• Lead the delivery of heritage and archaeology projects; oversee project teams, plan fieldwork, manage budgets and timelines.
• Engage with clients to understand project requirements and provide expert heritage and archaeological advice.
• Engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders relevant to the role.
• Present technical findings to non-technical audiences, including clients and communities.
• Apply heritage legislation/regulations to assess significance and develop conservation strategies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff in heritage management and consultancy.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Mentorship

Client relationships

Project management

Educación

Degree in Cultural Heritage Management/Archaeology/Anthropology

Descripción del empleo

Umwelt Australia is seeking a Principal Heritage and Archaeology Consultant to lead Aboriginal heritage and archaeology projects across NSW. The role focuses on delivering high-quality outputs, guiding a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will mentor junior staff, engage with clients, government agencies and communities, and provide strategic direction on heritage matters. Based in Newcastle, Central Coast or Sydney with national project opportunities.