About the Role
Echoes Cultural Heritage Management (ECHM) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Archaeologist / Cultural Heritage Skilled to join our team in Perth. Our team has extensive knowledge and experience in both Aboriginal and Historical heritage management, and this role will suit someone who can both build on, and learn from, the diverse experience of our dynamic team.
We provide our clients with expertise in field surveys, heritage management, heritage assessments, impact assessments, excavation, salvage, and community consultation.
Role responsibilities: As an Archaeologist / Cultural Heritage Professional you will be responsible for undertaking heritage surveys and consultations in line with Scopes of Work, recording / assessing heritage places following a potentially diverse range of client requirements, liaising with clients and stakeholders while in the field, and managing other heritage consultants while in the field.
You will undertake desktop research required to familiarise yourself with existing understandings of heritage within relevant survey areas, be familiar with the State and Commonwealth heritage legislation, and record heritage values in line with the relevant legislation or agreement.
You will contribute to our high standard reporting, which is tailored to our client’s needs and expectations, while always consistent with our ethical responsibilities. You will have a well-developed ability for fostering positive relationships with clients and communities and demonstrate diligence and integrity.
You will report to, and be supported by, ECHM Senior Management and will be based in our Perth office. You will be working with a professional team of specialists, committed to delivering high quality work for diverse heritage projects around Western Australia.
Contract arrangements (i.e., casual, part-time or full-time) and remuneration will be negotiated based on candidates’ preference, knowledge, skills and experience.
What you will deliver
This position will require a person who:
- is an experienced Cultural Heritage Professional
- is motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking
- displays a high degree of responsibility and autonomy as well as an ability to work as part of a specialist team
- has practical experience in a consulting, or, similar heritage management role (minimum of 3 years’ experience)
- has a minimum of 2 years’ experience managing field teams within the Cultural Heritage sphere
- has exceptional time management and planning skills and ability to work to a budget
- demonstrates excellent communication skills and a high level of computer literacy
- a commitment to ethical work practices
- holds a minimum of an Honour’s degree or other postgraduate qualification in archaeology, cultural heritage management or allied discipline
- preferably holds a valid manual driver’s licence
- has experience in off-road four-wheel driving
- is based in, or prepared to relocate to, Perth on a permanent basis
- experience working with GIS platforms and spatial analysis will be favourably regarded
- Site-based work in regional and remote areas will be required on a regular basis
What we offer at ECHM
- a diverse, inclusive, and supportive team culture
- flexible working options are fully supported
- an equal opportunity employer who values people as its greatest asset
- industry leading mentoring and internal training to ensure you can grow in your role with us
- annual training seminars for all Echoes employees, including presentations from Echoes staff and often including presentations from external professionals (i.e., UWA staff, other experienced consultants)
- a wide range of employee benefits such as attractive remuneration, an annual professional development allowance, an annual PPE allowance
- a learning culture with ongoing training and professional and technical development opportunities
- a dedicated company Safety and Health Representative
- an Employee Assistance Program for mental health wellbeing
- agile and stimulating work opportunities
- five weeks of annual leave for all permanent employees
ECHM is a medium-sized heritage consultancy that operates throughout Western Australia. Established in 2000, and formerly known as Gavin Jackson CRM, ECHM has successfully delivered more than 2,000 projects to clients across Australia. Our team of heritage professionals provide archaeological, anthropological, heritage, and management services to a range of clients, including Aboriginal corporations, resource sector companies, government departments and not-for-profit organisations.
ECHM is a vibrant, flexible, and well organised business that prides itself in caring for and supporting our staff. We are a company that values integrity, respect, and diversity. We have an excellent safety culture and are committed to providing our staff with a safe and healthy working environment.
How to apply: If you are interested in this fantastic career opportunity, please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter, detailing relevant field survey management experience. Please submit by close of business 24th October 2025.
Applications and CVs should be forwarded to Hydrobiology Pty Ltd, or the contact specified by ECHM.
Notes: This is a professional role requiring relocation to Perth (if applicable) and availability for site-based work in regional and remote areas. All applicants will be considered on merit in accordance with EEO principles.
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📌 Heritage Consultant - Senior Archaeologist
🏢 Echoes Cultural Heritage Management
📍 Perth