Cultural Heritage Officer

NGH (A Fyfe Group) is an Australian integrated engineering, environment, planning, and survey firm working at the forefront of a constantly evolving industry. As we continue to grow, were guided by shared values of collaboration, innovation, and meaningful impact.

About the opportunity

Our Heritage team is expanding as we support a significant pipeline of infrastructure projects across Queensland's Central & North Coast region. These projects support major infrastructure development across the region while ensuring Aboriginal and historical cultural heritage values are carefully managed.

We are looking for Cultural Heritage Officers to join our collaborative and growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced heritage professionals, Traditional Owners, and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver meaningful cultural heritage outcomes.

You'll contribute to a program of works that combines field investigations, stakeholder engagement, and heritage management planning across a diverse and culturally significant landscape.

What you'll be doing

• Participating in site inspections, field surveys, and cultural heritage investigations
• Supporting archaeological survey programs, excavation activities, and salvage works
• Undertaking site recording and documentation to a high professional standard
• Assisting with analysis of field data and preparation of technical reports
• Supporting the preparation of proposals, tenders, and heritage management documentation
• Working closely with Traditional Owner groups and community representatives
• Liaising with project teams, government agencies, and other stakeholders
• Contributing to the development of cultural heritage management strategies across active infrastructure projects

This position offers a balanced mix of office-based reporting and hands-on fieldwork, giving you the opportunity to build strong technical experience.

About you

You're a motivated heritage professional who enjoys working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. You value respectful engagement with Traditional Owners and take pride in producing high-quality heritage outcomes.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Archaeology, Cultural Heritage Management, or a related discipline
• Experience working in Aboriginal cultural heritage consulting or heritage management
• Demonstrated experience in community engagement with Aboriginal groups
• Strong field survey and site recording skills
• Excellent research, analysis, and report writing abilities
• The ability to work in the field and adapt to varying project environments
• A proactive approach and willingness to contribute to a growing team

About the team

Our Heritage team brings together, cultural heritage professionals who share a common goal: ensuring heritage values are integrated into project planning from the ground up.

You'll be joining a supportive and highly collaborative group where knowledge-sharing, mentoring, and professional development are part of everyday work.

Why join us?

You'll be part of an organisation that places strong value on collaboration, learning, and meaningful project outcomes. Our people are supported to grow their careers while working on impactful projects across Australia.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Mentoring and support from experienced heritage leaders
• Opportunities to work on major infrastructure projects
• A supportive, inclusive and social team culture
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Regular team events and networking opportunities
• Purchased leave options through salary sacrifice

Fyfe embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. We are dedicated and committed to attracting and recruiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and encourage applications from people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

How to apply

If you believe you meet the above criteria and would like to join our successful finance team, click on the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button to submit your application.

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Please note only shortlisted candidates and those who are Australian Citizens, hold permanent residency will be contacted.