We are seeking an experienced heritage consultant to join our Melbourne-based practice. The role, which offers excellent scope for career growth and development, requires the delivery of heritage advice and services to a broad client base in Victoria and nationally. You will contribute to due diligence pre-acquisition advice, heritage appraisals, heritage studies, impact assessments and conservation and heritage management plans. A keen interest in contemporary heritage thinking is required, along with an awareness of recent developments.
You will have a sound knowledge of Australian history and architecture and hold an honours or postgraduate degree in a relevant field, such as history, architecture, planning or heritage management. You will also have a minimum of three years’ experience as a consultant focused on built heritage, or the equivalent experience in government. You will be able to demonstrate your ability to work effectively in a team environment and to lead and deliver projects.
Key knowledge and skills required include:
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Demonstrated ability to complete projects to a high standard, on time and to budget
- Sound knowledge of local, state and national heritage legislation and guidelines, the Burra Charter and other relevant documents
- Proven ability to manage the delivery of heritage services and projects independently
- Proven ability to provide heritage advice and guidance to clients and team members, operating within relevant statutory and legislative frameworks
- Demonstrated ability in developing relationships with clients, new and existing
- Demonstrated experience in the preparation of proposals and bids for heritage projects
