Cultural Heritage Representative

About BMD BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business, with foundations built on the family values that underpin our unique, collaborative approach. Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies through collaboration, BMD delivers infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities.

With a proud history beginning in 1979, BMD now employs more than 2,400 people across Australia, the Philippines and the United Kingdom. We are seeking an experienced Cultural Heritage Representative to support the delivery of a major transport infrastructure project on the Sunshine Coast. This is a project-specific role with an anticipated duration of 12-18 months.

The successful candidate will initially be based in Brisbane during the design and planning phase before transitioning to the Sunshine Coast project site as construction activities commence. This opportunity offers involvement across the full project lifecycle, from planning and approvals through to construction delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary cultural heritage representative for the project and liaise with the Principal's Cultural Heritage Team. Implement and maintain Heritage Management Plans (HMPs) and associated processes. Coordinate cultural heritage monitoring activities and field operations. Manage cultural heritage monitor logistics, onboarding, inductions and timesheet administration.

Provide guidance to project teams on cultural heritage obligations, compliance requirements and risk mitigation strategies. Maintain heritage registers, records and reporting requirements. Coordinate and facilitate cultural heritage inductions and awareness initiatives. Attend project meetings, workshops and stakeholder forums as required.

Manage unexpected finds processes and heritage-related incidents. Foster positive relationships with Traditional Owners, project teams, contractors and key stakeholders.

About You

Degree qualified in Archaeology, Anthropology, Cultural Heritage Management or a related discipline. Minimum five years' experience in cultural heritage management or a similar heritage-focused role. Experience working on infrastructure, construction, resources or development projects. Understanding of cultural heritage legislation, compliance requirements and heritage management frameworks.

Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build effective relationships. Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment. Commitment to safety, environmental and cultural heritage outcomes. Why BMD? Play a key role on a major transport infrastructure project in South East Queensland.

Opportunity to contribute across both design and construction phases. Brisbane-based initially, transitioning to the Sunshine Coast as the project progresses. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Competitive remuneration package and employee benefits. Work for a business driven by strong values and a commitment to creating enduring legacies.

Diversity and Inclusion We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer, providing a flexible and inclusive workplace. Join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create enduring legacies. We're a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven .

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