Urban Colours Arts Pty Ltd – Melbourne VIC
UCA is seeking an experienced Archaeologist to support cultural heritage projects across Victoria, commencing in early ****. This is a full-time role with a strong focus on Aboriginal archaeology and cultural heritage management. You will contribute to surveys, excavations, data interpretation, and the production of regulatory reporting, all while engaging with Traditional Owners and project stakeholders.
Join a passionate team working on a growing range of cultural heritage projects across Victoria. This is a hands-on, field-based role where your expertise will directly contribute to preserving and understanding Australia's rich cultural landscape.
This role can commence in January or February in ****.
About the Role
This role involves archaeological fieldwork and consulting across a wide variety of landscapes in Victoria. You will conduct site investigations, contribute to CHMPs, and provide technical input from the field to final reporting. You'll work closely with project leads, site teams, and clients to meet legislative, technical, and safety standards.
This is an onsite role which will be based at the project site, approximately one hour southeast of Melbourne.
Key responsibilities include:
Carrying out archaeological surveys and excavations in accordance with UCA standards
Performing field data collection, interpretation and analysis of Aboriginal cultural material
Preparing reports, CHMPs and salvage documentation
Liaising with Traditional Owners, clients, and other stakeholders
Using survey equipment and software for fieldwork
Daily reporting and communication with senior staff
Contributing to project planning and task management
Ensuring fieldwork is completed in line with OHS/WHS guidelines
About You
You bring strong field experience, a sound understanding of Aboriginal cultural heritage, and the ability to work productively both independently and within a team. You're confident in a range of field environments and are committed to producing work of high technical and ethical quality.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A degree in Australian Aboriginal archaeology, or related qualifications with relevant postgraduate training and consulting experience
At least 3 years' experience in Australian Cultural Heritage Management
Eligibility or current listing as a Heritage Advisor with First Peoples – State Relations
Demonstrated fieldwork experience and ability to conduct archaeological surveys and excavations
Experience preparing field documentation, interpreting data, and reporting
Understanding of taphonomy, artefact analysis, and post-excavation processes
Familiarity with Victorian heritage legislation and regulatory procedures
White Card (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
Desirable skills and experience
Supervisory experience on archaeological projects
Geoarchaeological or environmental specialisations (e.g. lithics, macrofossils, pollen, charcoal, etc.)
Experience with mechanical excavation and sample collection (OSL, radiocarbon)
Competency in dGPS, Total Station, dumpy level, GIS, and spatial software
Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, database software experience
First Aid and CPR certification
Why Join Us?
Work on meaningful heritage projects across Victoria
Competitive salary package offered, including travel allowances
Collaborative, experienced and supportive team
Opportunities for professional development and field leadership
Flexible working arrangements where possible
Contribute to respectful, community-focused cultural heritage practice
How to Apply
Please apply via Seek with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role. We are reviewing applications as they come in, so early submission is encouraged.
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