Introduction

We are partnering with a global oil & gas business to source an experienced Senior Cultural Heritage Advisor for a long-term project-based opportunity in Perth.

This role will support cultural heritage outcomes across a complex, multi-disciplinary oil and gas project environment. You must have current right to work in Australia to considered for this role.

What are you going to do

Working closely with Traditional Owner groups, project teams, environmental specialists, regulatory stakeholders and operational teams, the position will help ensure cultural heritage considerations are appropriately integrated into planning, approvals, compliance and project delivery activities.

The position is offered as a 2-year contract, based in Perth, with occasional regional travel required. The role is Monday to Friday, with the option of a compressed working week.

About the Role

As Senior Cultural Heritage Advisor, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of cultural heritage management activities across a major project scope. You will play a key role in ensuring heritage requirements are considered throughout project planning, land access, approvals and operational execution.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Planning, scoping and coordinating cultural heritage survey programs
  • Supporting logistics, scheduling and Traditional Owner participation in field surveys
  • Reviewing heritage survey data, reports and associated documentation
  • Managing and maintaining heritage and spatial data systems, including GIS platforms
  • Building and maintaining positive relationships with Traditional Owner groups and representatives
  • Supporting co-design and implementation of Cultural Heritage Management Plans
  • Providing heritage advice for land disturbance, project planning and execution activities
  • Identifying and managing heritage-related risks, constraints and commitments
  • Supporting heritage inputs into approvals, regulatory submissions and compliance documentation
  • Tracking heritage commitments associated with approvals and project activities
  • Contributing to continuous improvement of heritage processes, systems, tools and templates
  • Supporting training, guidance and consistent ways of working across internal teams

Essential skills and knowledge 

We are looking for a collaborative, organised and adaptable cultural heritage professional with strong stakeholder engagement skills and a practical approach to problem solving.

To be successful, you will bring:

  • Demonstrated experience in cultural heritage management within mining, energy, infrastructure or a similar project environment
  • Experience operating at senior advisor level or equivalent
  • Strong stakeholder engagement capability, including experience working closely with Traditional Owner groups
  • Sound cross-cultural awareness and the ability to support respectful, transparent engagement practices
  • Experience coordinating cultural heritage surveys and field programs
  • Working knowledge of WA and Commonwealth cultural heritage legislation and approvals processes
  • Ability to manage complex scopes, competing priorities and multiple stakeholders
  • Experience supporting project approvals, compliance obligations and heritage management plans
  • Experience using GIS and heritage data management systems
  • Tertiary qualifications in Archaeology, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Planning, Land Management or a related discipline

What we offer

  • 2-year contract with a global oil & gas business
  • Perth-based role with occasional regional travel
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

To be considered for this role clink the link to apply or email your CV direct to Michael Shirley at m.shirley@brunel.net

Closing: July 16, 2026

Apply Now

Do you have any questions about this vacancy?

Vacancy reference: CR-289970

MS

Corporate recruiter

Michael Shirley

+61 8 9429 5640

Contact

Anything else ?

Shape your future

Are you ready for the next step in your career? Join Brunel’s powerful global network, where passionate, results-driven specialists come together with industry-leading clients. By connecting specialists to pioneering projects, we drive change in many industries, enabling growth and delivering great outcomes. Brunel helps you reach your full potential and empowers you to make an impact within a purpose-driven global company.

Explore your career opportunities!

Our Culture and Values

At Brunel, we are proud of our unique corporate culture, which is shaped and nurtured by the collective efforts of our employees. Our work environment is characterised by an authentic, communicative and inclusive approach to teamwork that fosters an atmosphere of collaboration and creativity. Our values are at the center of everything we do – for our clients, our colleagues and ourselves.

Learn more about our global network of specialists!

Our ESG Commitment

Since 1975, our mission has always been to connect specialists to exciting career opportunities, to support the development of these careers, and to offer fair and equal employment. This has enabled us to create a truly sustainable and durable business model. Having a passion for people and caring deeply for the environment is not only part of Brunel’s DNA but is also reflected in our culture and values. As a global company, we take our social responsibility very seriously.

Join us on our mission!

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 1 minute and let's get in touch!

Are you in perfect match ?