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Form of workCultural Heritage Compliance Lead
About the team
This exciting new role is in the Cultural Heritage and First Nations Engagement Team – high performing professionals that deliver quality protection, conservation, compliance, and First Nations engagement services for the City. The team is situated within the Environment and Heritage Branch of the Department Environment, Heritage, and Resilience which services City administration, the Council, and our community.
About your new role
As Cultural Heritage Compliance Lead, your role is simple - playing a senior role in the team, you will lead the City’s Cultural Heritage Compliance service stream. Working with key customers and stakeholders you will ensure the City’s land use activities do not harm historic and Indigenous Cultural Heritage consistent with the City’s statutory obligations.
The role reports to the Coordinator Cultural Heritage and First Nations Engagement and is responsible for two direct reports that support the City’s Cultural Heritage Compliance service stream. You will also promote the culture, purpose, and high-performance principles across the team.
We're looking for people who have:
You are an exceptional communicator, supportive, and open to other ideas for problem-solving! You can translate technical complexities, have an analytical approach, and are keen to produce a high-quality Cultural Heritage Compliance service for the City.
You will be an experienced archaeologist and have at least 5+ years of historic and Indigenous Cultural Heritage Compliance experience, and hold a post graduate degree of a relevant Cultural Heritage practice (archaeology, Cultural Heritage management). Experience leading government Cultural Heritage Compliance programs and advisory services will be highly regarded.
In addition to this:
- expert level understanding of Queensland Cultural Heritage legislation with particular emphasis on Cultural Heritage Compliance
- demonstrated experience in managing a range of complex historic and Indigenous Cultural Heritage Compliance matters through the life cycle of project planning and delivery
- enthusiastic and motivated, with the ability to work in a dynamic environment with often competing priorities and demands
- well developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, as well as consultation, negotiation, and presentation skills
- ability to problem solve and innovate, sourcing appropriate information and identifying workable solutions
- You have a collaborative work-style and the ability to mentor and lead others within a team environment
- You can manage multiple tasks and prioritise programs of work efficiently
- You are customer-focussed, delivering high quality services and listen and respond to customers and stakeholders appropriately
- You are proficient in technology and can adapt to new systems and processes.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
As a 5-star employer of choice, we care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
- 9-day fortnight
- Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
- Personal and professional development courses
- Hybrid office / work from home options
- Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport / Low cost on-site gym membership
- 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
- 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply
For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person
Anne Mckenzie
Contact Number
0481 096 ***
Closing Date
29 April 2024
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
