Job title: Principal Archaeologist
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Consultancy
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Location: Sydney NSW, Australia
Job published: 2024-11-15
Job ID: 33235
Contact name: Matt Clark
Phone number: 0403727755
Contact email: matt@pivotmg.com.au

Job Description

Principal Archaeologist

 

About the business

  • Innovative and successful consultancy
  • Broad range of projects across multiple sectors
  • Impressive list of clients and proven history of delivery

 

This position of Principal Archaeologist offers an exciting opportunity to become a part of a leading consultancy with a well-established business, client base and team of professionals working on critical projects across the country that include government, civil, mining, resources and construction sectors. This industry leader in heritage consulting has experienced solid growth over the last few years that is underpinning further expansion.

 

About the role

With extensive indigenous and historical archaeological expertise, you will utilise your skills to execute archaeological surveys and excavations as well as complete heritage significance assessments, management plans and reporting to the highest standard. The role will be an integral part of the talented senior NSW team, supported by their Brisbane head office. The Principal Archaeologist will help drive the company's expansion and growth in the NSW region therefore excellent internal and external stakeholder engagement and knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations is vital. The role will see you enjoy a mix of field and office-based work requiring you to prioritise tasks, effectively communicate with clients, be proactive with safety and work both as part of the cohesive team but also autonomously when required.

 

About you

You will need to possess a collaborative approach and a dedicated background as an Archaeologist, having worked extensively in similar historical and indigenous cultural heritage roles within New South Wales . As the business grows there will be strong career prospects allowing you to expand your skill set, including mentoring and growing your leadership capabilities within a progressive and supportive group with a great culture. 

 

Key skills and experience:

  • Minimum 10 years' experience in similar cultural heritage or archaeology roles
  • Postgraduate degree qualification in archaeology
  • Significant Indigenous and historical archaeology experience
  • Solid knowledge across areas such as property development, civil/ construction, mining, renewables, government and local councils' sectors in NSW
  • Report writing, policy compliance, risk assessment, heritage searches and community consultation
  • Supporting tenders, quotes and invoicing activities and ensuring budgets are adhered to
  • Analytical, problem solving and time management skills coupled with strong leadership
  • Understanding and knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations
  • Undertake surveys and effectively maintain data and photographic records
  • Well versed in the use of the Microsoft suite, GIS and design software packages

 

What's on offer

This role offers a highly competitive market salary package coupled with a bonus structure based on performance and business growth. What the role will also afford is the chance to utilise your skills, experience and knowledge within the field to work closely with senior management to further develop the business and enhance your career within the sector.

 

Contact Matt Clark on +61 403 727 755 or mattt@pivotmg.com.au or hit the apply button now. 

 

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