Senior Archaeology Consultant

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Urbis Full time

About this role

Who we are:

Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. Our mission is about helping people create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities. We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects. Here you will make a tangible difference and positive impact, while gaining incredible industry experience and broad ranging exposure to the most exciting work.

We pride ourselves in empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. You will have the benefits of salary continuance insurance, generous parental leave policy for both primary & secondary carers, work life balance, health & wellbeing programs and much more.

Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

Urbis shaping Futures your way

The Opportunity: 

After the substantial growth and success of our Archaeology business offering across Australia, we are now bringing our esteemed services to Melbourne

This exciting new chapter presents an opportunity for an experienced Senior Archaeology Consultant to join our expanding team.

In this role you will demonstrate an in-depth understanding of Archaeology principles and legislative requirements, to undertake historic and/or Aboriginal archaeology.

This includes undertaking and leading field work and preparing high-quality archaeological assessments to provide both technical and strategic advice to our clients.

You will: 

  • Lead consultation and fieldwork in accordance with the relevant legislative guidelines and protocols.
  • Demonstrate high-level research, interpretation, report writing and communication skills.
  • Direct and assist more junior staff with assessments.
  • Assist in the undertaking of projects, client and other stakeholder relationships and work to specification and deadlines.
  • Work alongside other professionals on a range of multi-disciplinary projects, working to specification, deadlines, budget and with a commercial outcome.
  • Work across a wide range of applications to develop proposals, tenders & submissions for potential projects.
  • Promoting the firm and its services to create business opportunities.

About You: 

  • Tertiary qualifications in archaeology; and
  • 6+ years of demonstrated experience and strong track record with a similar role at similar level
  • Must be an approved Heritage Advisor as defined in the Aboriginal Heritage Act (2006)
  • Demonstrates a proficient understanding of and ability to apply statutory heritage legislation, principles and the Victorian Heritage Act (2017), Aboriginal Heritage Act (2006) and the Victorian Planning and Environment Act (1987) to resolve and advise on projects;
  • Proficient in preparing, Letters of Advice (LoA), Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMP) and Preliminary Aboriginal Heritage Test (PAHT), Historical Archaeological Advice and Historical Archaeological Assessments (HAA).
  • Ability to undertake archaeology research utilising multiple sources and methodologies to present accurate preliminary assessment of findings

Why Urbis?

Urbis is committed to fostering an inclusive, flexible, and diverse work environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and those returning to work after a career break. By joining us you will receive many benefits including:

  • Salary continuance insurance, a generous parental leave policy, health & wellbeing programs and much more.
  • Active mentorship by the best in the business, development of career goals and support in achieving them.
  • Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual training budget.
  • Monthly morning teas and regular social events to celebrate professional and personal wins.

Across all our sectors, you will play a part in shaping cities and communities. Bring your spark, and shape futures your way.

How to Apply?

If you are an enthusiastic candidate, with the desire to become part of a driven and highly professional team, click on “Apply for this job.”

Email us at careers@urbis.com.au if you have any questions.

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