Overview We are looking for an Associate - Heritage Consultant who will be responsible for technical management of proposals and projects with an increasing level of complexity and value.
You will need to have efficient and effective project management skills along with compliance, technical quality, and delivery are the key focus areas of this position.
Together with a developing level of marketing of Niche's services and developing client relationships.This role is responsible for technical outputs and collaborates with the Manager and senior team members to ensure Project Delivery Excellence.Niche is the largest privately-owned specialist biodiversity and heritage consultancy in Australia.
With a strong focus on delivering high-quality services and empowering our people to achieve sustainable outcomes, we work closely with clients across diverse industries to address their environmental and social challenges.
Responsibilities Prepare Heritage Impact Statements (HIS), Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMPs), and due diligence assessments.Conduct Aboriginal and historical heritage assessments, including field surveys, stakeholder consultation, and reporting.Engage with Traditional Owner groups, government agencies, and industry stakeholders.Provide strategic advice on heritage compliance in NSWConduct internal technical review and quality control of reports and proposals, including processes.Produces accurate and complex technical deliverables, analysis and reports.Authors or co-authors abstracts, papers, presentations for and at industry specific events or conferences.Mentor and support junior team members in heritage investigations and reporting.
Qualifications and experience Honours or equivalent degree in Archaeology, Heritage Management or related discipline.Minimum 9 years of experience in heritage consulting, with a focus on renewables or infrastructure projects.Strong understanding of NSW heritage legislation and approvals processes.Demonstrated experience conducting fieldwork and stakeholder consultation.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.Full Australian working rights and a valid driver's licence.
Why join Niche?
Collaborative, supportive work environmentOpportunity to work on a variety of interesting projectsProfessional development and career growth supportFlexible 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 emailprotected .
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.