Mandatory qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Cultural Heritage Management, Archaeology, Anthropology, Architecture, Law or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Director-General, Department of Transport and Main Roads, along with a current Class C driver’s licence. Relevant experience in cultural heritage management within infrastructure delivery is desirable.

The role requires the ability to conduct cultural heritage assessments and prepare reports, management plans and agreements aligned with departmental requirements, as well as participate in fieldwork such as surveys, monitoring, inspections and audits. It also involves engaging and managing consultants including developing briefs, procurement and financial reporting.
This position can be located in Warwick or Toowoomba.

Job details

You will support Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP) projects in meeting departmental and government commitments regarding cultural heritage management during planning, design, construction and maintenance of multiple projects. You will also facilitate the implementation of legislative and departmental policy/procedure relating to cultural heritage management as part of the operation of the State Controlled Road corridor. In addition, you are required to form strategic alliances with internal and external clients including Traditional Owners and/or their agents.

Some of your responsibilities will include:
• Fulfil the role of cultural heritage advisor on multiple project delivery teams, providing cultural heritage advice and management services including the planning, design, construction and maintenance of projects and associated District operations.
• Undertake cultural heritage assessments and prepare reports, management plans and agreements regarding cultural heritage matters relevant to the department's interests and requirements.
• Promote, foster and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Traditional Owner groups, concerned with the management of cultural heritage relevant to the department's interest. 
• Provide information, advice and training sessions to stakeholders on relevant legislation, departmental policy, procedures and requirements for cultural heritage management.
• Participate and represent the department on various external working groups/committees relating to the preservation of Cultural Heritage.
• Work collaboratively as part of the Environment and Cultural Heritage team and contribute to the team's identified responsibilities and behaviours.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/690345/26
Closing Date: Friday, 12 June 2026

Further information

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Documents

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• Applicant Guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  690345 26 -Role Description (Word, 576KB)