Senior Heritage Consultant

Biosis; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Biosis Australia is seeking a Senior Heritage Consultant to join our Sydney team on a permanent basis, applying expertise across Aboriginal and historical archaeology. You will report to the Manager - Heritage (NSW) and contribute to project teams, fieldwork, and client liaison.

This role requires a degree in archaeology, 3–5+ years' experience, strong communication, willingness to work on site and remote locations, and the right to work in Australia.

Qualifications

• Must have archaeology degree (Honours) or Masters in Archaeology.
• 3–5+ years’ experience in heritage.
• Interest in Aboriginal archaeology and heritage.
• Ability to work on-site and in remote locations.
• Valid driver’s licence and right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to fieldwork projects across Aboriginal and historical archaeology.
• Participate in project teams and project management.
• Prepare reports and communicate with authorities, communities, and clients.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget while upholding Biosis standards.
• Support client liaison and regulatory understanding.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Archaeology degree (Honours) or Masters in Archaeology

Job description

Biosis Australia is growing, and we’d love you to be part of it!

We are seeking a Senior Heritage Consultant, or an experienced Heritage Consultant ready to step into a senior-level role to join our Sydney team in a permanent basis, where you will apply your expertise to a diverse range of projects across both Aboriginal and historical archaeology. You will report to the Manager - Heritage (NSW).

You will play an active role in project work through participation in project teams, project management, fieldwork, and client liaison. Independence is encouraged through actively seeking mentoring and advice. Administrative duties include those incorporated as part of project work as well as additional duties as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• An understanding of site patterning, land and site formation processes on the locations and survival of artefacts for both Aboriginal sites.
• Lead and contribute to fieldwork projects across both Aboriginal archaeological projects.
• Demonstrated experience in communication and consultation with relevant authorities, communities, clients, landowners, and the public, in relation to own projects.
• Demonstrated experience in report writing and understand the different types of reports required.
• Deliver projects on time, within budget and meeting the client’s requirements. Understanding of and implementing Biosis' high standards.
• Understand the current regulatory requirements, their impact on our work and be able to explain to existing clients.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• An archaeology degree (Honours), or a Masters in Archaeology or similar.
• 3-5+ years’ experience.
• Demonstrated interest in Aboriginal archaeology and heritage.
• Relevant work experience in Aboriginal archaeology and heritage.
• Ability to work on site, away from home and in remote locations, if necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A current and valid driver’s licence.
• You must have the right to work in Australia to apply for this job.

About Us

APEM Group is leading global environment consultancy providing expert advice to clients in a wide range of industries including water, renewables, infrastructure, marine and ports, transport, construction, and development. Following significant growth journey with operations based in the UK, EU and USA, APEM Group strategically expanded into Australia in early 2024. Our presence in the Australian market will further enhance the aim of expanding on our consultancy services in both the Australian market and wider Asia Pacific region as part of the next stage of our Global growth journey.

As part of the APEM Group, Biosis is a team of expert consultants specialising in Aboriginal archaeology, botany, environmental approvals, GIS, historical archaeology, historical heritage, and zoology. We help clients navigate pre-planning, planning, and post-approvals for projects across Australia, primarily in the eastern states. Since 1983, we have been guiding clients in making informed decisions about ecology, heritage, and environmental approvals.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and dedicated team where you can make a genuine impact on how we work and contribute directly to our success in delivering environmental and heritage consulting solutions across Australia. Let’s grow, innovate, and build something better together!

At Biosis, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.