Job Senior Heritage Consultant, Melbourne

…More than just an environmental consultancy

Eco Logical Australia (ELA) exists to empower employees and clients to make a difference. We pride ourselves as being Approachable Experts, who lead with science and technology to help our clients navigate complex projects, achieving the best possible outcome for them and the environment.

We are an environmental consultancy with 200 environmental experts across 17 offices. Our people are industry leaders - down-to-earth, passionate, talented, and all-round nice people! ELA works autonomously within the global Tetra Tech group, which is made up of 49 individual companies. This mix of local and global services provides our clients with the benefits of a mid-size consultancy, and the security; resources; and opportunities of a global entity.

We are committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and are valued and respected for their contributions. This commitment is built on our core values of Listen First, Share Your Genius, Be Courageous, and Feed the Culture

Our recruitment practices ensure equal employment opportunities and access while our culture and strategic actions promote career growth and development in a safe and supportive environment. We also offer full-time, part-time, and flexible work options to help our people live their best lives.

Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is underway, and we proudly partner with CareerTrackers to provide meaningful career internships for First Nations university students.

That's what truly makes us… more than just an environmental consultancy.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Heritage Consultant to join the team. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and build close and collaborative relationships with our clients, Traditional Owner groups, and stakeholders.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to join and contribute to the continued success of our heritage team, providing statutory heritage solutions and innovative environmental approaches to cultural heritage services.

As a Senior Heritage Consultant, you will contribute to the future success of the team through securing, managing, and delivering cultural heritage project work, while also developing and nurturing a portfolio of clients across Australia. You will identify potential markets and services to support the growth of the business and provide training and mentoring to more junior consultants.

ABOUT YOU

To be considered for the role you will have:

• An Honours degree or higher in archaeology, specialising in Indigenous Australian archaeology / cultural heritage.
• Knowledge and understanding of cultural heritage legislation in Australia (preferably Victorian).
• Previous consulting experience (6+ years as a guide).
• Project management experience, including preparing fee proposals and managing budgets.
• Experience in leading the preparation of Aboriginal cultural heritage due diligence reports, Aboriginal cultural heritage management plans (CHMPs) and other related documents.
• Experience in managing archaeological surveys, field assessments and excavations.
• Demonstrated experience in working with Aboriginal people including community consultation and knowledge of formal consultation processes.
• An ability and desire to share your genius and provide training/mentoring in your area of expertise.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others both internally and externally.
• Willingness to travel and work in remote locations and all-weather conditions for field projects when required.
• A current Victorian driver's licence (manual preferred).

Desirable:

• Experience in historical heritage management in accordance with the Heritage Act 2017 (Vic).
• 4WD experience.

WE WILL OFFER YOU

We offer a competitive remuneration package in addition to a range of other benefits including flexible working arrangements, full-time or part-time position, professional development, opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional leave, an employee stock purchase program (NASDAQ TTEK), genderless 12-week paid parental leave, salary sacrifice into super, car leasing plans and health and wellbeing initiatives. Oh, and let's not forget the birthday leave benefit (that's right, you get an extra paid day off on your birthday!). You can view our range of company benefits on our careers page Careers - Eco Logical Australia (ecoaus.com.au).

NEXT STEPS

If you are an Australian citizen or resident, are seeking a supportive and professional organisation where workplace culture is highly valued, and where you will be given the opportunity to chase and lead exciting projects, with the support of a great team, get in touch!