Biosis is a business that lives to influence better client decisions about ecology and heritage.

We are ethical, independent and genuine.

We employ highly experienced multi-disciplinary teams of aquatic ecologists, archaeologists, botanists, zoologists, environmental planners and GIS analysts, across our offices in Albury, Ballarat, Melbourne, Newcastle, Sydney, Wangaratta, Western Sydney and Wollongong.

About the role

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Archaeologist (Aboriginal heritage specialist) to join our team in one of our NSW locations, but preferably in our Wollongong office on a permanent basis.

We really value learning and development so this role will be a key internal resource for less experienced Archaeologists.

This is a senior role so we are looking for someone with 5-10 years of field and consulting experience.

To be successful in this role you will need to be a highly motivated and experienced project manager and technical specialist, and be able to demonstrate your strengths against the selection criteria below.

Our offer

Biosis prides itself on having a supportive and progressive workplace culture in all our teams. All our employees enjoy:

• Mentoring from experts in their field.
• Employee spot rewards like Shoutouts, gift cards and lunches to celebrate your work anniversaries.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A learning and development program actually valued and championed by senior staff including team retreat days and a consultant development program.
• Study assistance to pursue higher qualifications.
• Internal job opportunities throughout NSW and Victoria.

Selection criteria

To be considered for this role, please forward your CV and cover letter which demonstrate these required skills and attributes:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in archaeology (honours level or equivalent).
• A minimum of five years' experience in either consulting or the public sector with a focus on Aboriginal heritage.
• Experience in project management and budget control. Delivering projects on budget and on time.
• Ability to develop and maintain meaningful relationships with Aboriginal stakeholders.
• Comprehensive interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Comprehensive report writing and proposal writing skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of Commonwealth and NSW legislation and guidelines.
• Experience working independently and as a part of a team.
• Competency with computer programs and software such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or similar software packages.
• A current manual driver's license.
• Willingness to undertake long periods of fieldwork in both urban and remote locations.

Desirable selection criteria

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain lasting client relationships.
• Artefact analysis skills (Aboriginal and/or historical).
• Self-motivation with strong time management skills.
• Experience in marketing, business development and client relationship management.

Biosis encourages people from all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.