About Us
Biosis is a team of expert consultants specialising in Aboriginal and historical archaeology, built heritage, botany, environmental approvals, GIS, and zoology. We help clients navigate pre-planning, planning, and post-approvals for projects across Australia, primarily in the eastern states. Since 2024, Biosis has been a part of the APEM Group, a leading global environment consultancy providing expert advice to clients in a wide range of industries including water, renewables, infrastructure, marine and ports, transport, construction, and development.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team where you can make a genuine impact on how we work and contribute to our success in delivering service solutions.
About the role
We are seeking a Heritage Consultant to join our Port Melbourne team, where you will apply your expertise to a diverse range of projects across both Aboriginal and historical archaeology. You will report to the Team Leader – Heritage (Vic) and will be developing as a technical expert who contributes to the Victorian Heritage team and will undertake both project and administrative work. You will play an active role in project work through participation in project teams, project management, fieldwork, and client liaison. Independence is encouraged through actively seeking mentoring and advice. Administrative duties include those incorporated as part of project work as well as additional duties as required.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop an understanding of site patterning, land and site formation processes on the locations and survival of artefacts for both Aboriginal and historical sites.
• Be a key contributor to the preparation of Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMPs), heritage impacts statements and due diligence assessments.
• Lead and contribute to fieldwork projects across both Aboriginal and historical archaeological projects.
• Continue to develop skills in communication and consultation with relevant authorities, communities, clients, landowners, and the public, in relation to own projects.
• Develop skills in technical report writing and understand the different types of reports required.
• Deliver projects on time, within budget and meeting the client’s requirements. Develop an understanding of and implementing Biosis’ high standards.
• Manage budgets for projects and develop skills in managing variations.
• Understand the current regulatory requirements, their impact on our work and be able to explain to existing clients.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
• A tertiary degree in a relevant cultural heritage practice (archaeology, or cultural heritage management)
• Be recognised as a Heritage Advisor and qualified to supervise Complex Assessment in accordance with the Minister’s Guidelines
• 2-3 years of experience working in the field on projects
• Demonstrated experience preparing technical reporting, including Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMPs)
• Exceptional communication skills with strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to communicate technical information effectively
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment, and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to travel for projects across Victoria, when required
• Valid Australian driver’s licence
Next Steps
If you’re ready to make an impact and grow with a dynamic organisation, apply now! Please submit your CV and cover letter – including three words to describe yourself, to be part of a workplace that values diversity, safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
No agencies please.
