Paarl Heritage Preservation Lead

Placements24; Paarl; Vor Ort; ZAR 420.000 - 720.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid contribution

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Heritage Preservation Officer to safeguard Paarl's cultural legacy. You will identify and document sites, develop conservation plans, and advise on planning applications to protect heritage values in Paarl, Western Cape.

The role requires collaboration with authorities, property owners, and communities to ensure responsible preservation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in related fields, 5+ years of heritage experience, and strong research, reporting,

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Archaeology, History, Architectural Conservation, Heritage Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in heritage management, conservation, or cultural resource management.
• Strong knowledge of South African heritage legislation and policies.
• Proficiency in heritage research, documentation, and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in project management and coordinating conservation efforts.
• Familiarity with the history and heritage of the Western Cape, Paarl valley preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Valid driver's license.

Aufgaben

• Identify, research, and document sites, buildings, and artifacts of historical and cultural significance in the Paarl area.
• Develop and implement heritage management plans and conservation strategies.
• Advise on planning applications and development projects to ensure heritage values are considered and protected.
• Conduct heritage impact assessments for proposed developments.
• Work with property owners, developers, and local authorities to facilitate the conservation of heritage assets.
• Organize public awareness programs, exhibitions, and educational initiatives about local heritage.
• Liaise with national and provincial heritage bodies, such as Heritage Western Cape and SAHRA.
• Manage a database of heritage resources within the designated region.
• Prepare reports, nominations, and applications for heritage designations and protective measures.
• Oversee conservation projects and advise on appropriate restoration techniques.

Kenntnisse

Heritage research

Documentation

Reporting

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Degree in Archaeology, History, Architectural Conservation, Heritage Management, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Heritage Preservation Officer to safeguard Paarl's cultural legacy. You will identify and document sites, develop conservation plans, and advise on planning applications to protect heritage values in Paarl, Western Cape.

The role requires collaboration with authorities, property owners, and communities to ensure responsible preservation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in related fields, 5+ years of heritage experience, and strong research, reporting,