Role overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Heritage Consultant with expertise in Aboriginal Heritage. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of Aboriginal cultural heritage management in Queensland who is ready to develop their technical skills and experience in a supportive, dynamic team.
As a Heritage Consultant (Aboriginal Heritage) with Niche, you will work closely with our multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects that support sustainable development while honouring and preserving Aboriginal heritage. You will have the chance to make meaningful contributions to a diverse range of projects, from renewable energy developments to community-led cultural values assessments.
This is a fixed term role for a period of 14 months with an opportunity to extend and potentially continue into an ongoing role. This role reports to the Principal – Heritage based in Brisbane.
About Niche
Niche is a leading Australian consulting firm specialising in ecology, heritage, and environmental management. With a strong focus on delivering high-quality services and sustainable outcomes, we work closely with clients across diverse industries to help manage their environmental and heritage responsibilities.
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Key responsibilities
- Conduct Aboriginal cultural heritage assessments, including desktop and field assessments
- Prepare high-quality reports in compliance with relevant legislation and standards
- Engage and consult with Aboriginal communities, stakeholders, and clients to ensure respectful and effective communication throughout projects
- Contribute to a diverse project portfolio from initiation through to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
- Contribute to project proposals and collaborate with internal teams to support business development
Qualifications and experience
- Honours or equivalent degree in archaeology, anthropology, cultural heritage management, or a related field
- 2-4 years’ experience in Aboriginal heritage consulting, with a proven track record of contributing to diverse projects and independently undertaking fieldwork with Traditional Owners
- Strong knowledge of Aboriginal cultural heritage legislation and regulations across various states but especially the Queensland Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2003 and its gazetted Duty of Care Guidelines
- Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated experience engaging respectfully with Aboriginal communities and proponent stakeholders
- Developing report-writing skills and exposure to a range of report types including duty of care assessments and cultural heritage field assessment reports
- Attention to detail in data management and strong training in archaeological recording standards
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in ArcGIS and other relevant software (desirable but not essential)
- Experience in historical heritage assessments (desirable but not essential)
Why join Niche?
- Collaborative, supportive work environment
- Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects
- Professional development and career growth support
- Flexible work arrangements and generous Time in Lieu policy for fieldwork
How to apply
If this sounds like a great fit, please submit your application including a resume and cover letter addressing the key requirements to careers@niche-eh.com.
Niche is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified candidates of all differences to apply. Our recruitment process includes behavioural and medical testing. We also recognise the same recruitment process doesn’t fit all, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, simply let us know at the time you apply.
Applicants are required to have the right to work in Australia to be considered for this opportunity.
