Senior Heritage Consultant/Archaeologist

5 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia GML Heritage Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Senior Heritage Consultant/Archaeologist (Aboriginal Archaeology) – Canberra

Considering Canberra? Receive a $5,000 relocation package when you join our team

GML Heritage is one of Australia's largest and most respected heritage consultancies, trusted for more than 35 years by clients in government, business, and the community. Our team includes leading archaeologists, architects, historians, and heritage specialists who are dedicated to generating new ideas and delivering positive heritage outcomes across Australia and internationally. Client feedback has earned us consecutive titles as Best Heritage Consulting Firm in the Consult Australia Client Choice Awards (2020, 2021, 2023, 2024 and 2025).

About the role

A full-time opportunity is now open for a Senior Heritage Consultant/Archaeologist (Aboriginal Archaeology) in our Canberra office. To support those considering a move to Canberra, we're offering a $5,000 relocation package for candidates who relocate for this role. You will join a collaborative team working on a wide variety of projects in both Aboriginal and historical archaeology and across the full spectrum of heritage consultancy.

You will:


• Plan, manage and deliver projects, including archaeological assessments, due diligence, site inspections, fieldwork, management plans, and impact statements


• Undertake research and GIS mapping


• Manage stakeholder consultation and build strong client relationships


• Contribute to proposals, tenders, and cross-disciplinary project delivery


• Mentor and collaborate with team members

About you

You bring:


• Honours degree (or equivalent) in Archaeology or closely related discipline


• Minimum 5 years' experience in a heritage consultancy environment


• Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality client advice, reports, and budgets


• Project and team management experience, including budget management and client liaison


• Passion for archaeology, cultural heritage, and working collaboratively with Traditional Owner and Aboriginal organisations


• Flexibility to travel and undertake periodic fieldwork


• Strong understanding of, or the ability to learn, Commonwealth and ACT regulatory frameworks


• Experience in Aboriginal archaeology and community consultation is essential - experience in historical archaeology is an advantage


• GIS mapping skills


• Unrestricted Australian driver's license, Construction "White Card," and first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain after appointment)

Why join GML Heritage?

We offer:


• A $5,000 relocation package for candidates relocating to Canberra for this role


• A friendly, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture


• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options where possible


• Employee profit share and referral bonuses


• Paid parental and loyalty leave


• Alternative public holidays


• Annual allowances for health and well-being, learning and development, mobile phone, and PPE


• Access to an employee assistance program

How to apply

If you're a passionate and experienced archaeologist ready to shape positive heritage outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply via Seek or Swag with your resume and a brief cover letter. Applications sent via email may not be considered. Applications remain open until this role is filled.

Our commitment

GML is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We recognise the unique contributions of First Nations people and are committed to providing a culturally safe and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

If you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.


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