About the Company
Perth Airport is Australia's Western Hub connecting the people, businesses and communities of Western Australia with the rest of Australia and the world. Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the year, Perth Airport plays a significant role in providing economic, social and cultural benefits to West Australians.
Perth Airport is delivering a $5 billion infrastructure program to transform the airport, including new and expanded terminals, a parallel runway, multi-storey car parks and its first on-site hotel. This investment will deliver a single, integrated airport precinct and a world class passenger experience. Beyond aviation, the Perth Airport estate spans more than 2,100 hectares and supports a $1.5 billion portfolio of industrial and commercial assets, with significant opportunities for future development.
About the Role
Perth Airport is seeking a Senior Heritage Advisor to provide specialist heritage advice and support to project teams across the Perth Airport estate. You will ensure heritage risks, obligations and commitments are effectively identified, managed and integrated.
This is a hands-on role where your strong communication and relationship-building skills will be essential in fostering positive relationships with local Traditional Owner groups and community stakeholders. These partnerships will help build strong foundations for the Airport and support its ongoing commitment to the Wadjuk Noongar people.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the management of heritage values and deliver approvals to meet statutory obligations
- Accountable for compliance with the requirements of the Airport Act 1996, Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972, and other necessary legislation
- Support the integration of heritage requirements into project planning, design, procurement and delivery activities
- Assist to identify and manage cultural heritage risks, obligations and commitments
- Coordinate heritage studies, surveys and specialist consultant activities supporting project delivery
- Lead the development and implementation of Aboriginal Heritage management plans, associated documentation and related processes, including project delivery integration for Offset Sites
- Lead the planning and implementation of heritage surveys and any other heritage matters
- Manage heritage and support the Environment team to manage environmental values on offset sites in accordance with regulatory and approval requirements
- Lead the building and maintenance of strong relationships with Traditional Owners groups and individuals both on the ground and at the corporate level
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in Anthropology/Archaeology or equivalent, or lived and/or demonstrated experience considered in lieu of qualifications
- A minimum of 7 years' experience working in a similar role within a complex stakeholder environment
- A strong background in Aboriginal stakeholder engagement, with particular focus on engagement with Noongar people highly desirable
- Very good working knowledge of relevant federal and state heritage legislation and experience in obtaining Aboriginal heritage approvals
- An understanding of environmental and heritage compliance and management during development and operations
Benefits
- A dynamic and supportive team culture
- A contemporary workplace with excellent facilities
- A modern approach to work and life balance
- Competitive remuneration and company benefits
- Free on site parking
How to Apply
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