Rail Projects Victoria (RPV) is the Victorian Government body responsible for the delivery of the Metro Tunnel Project, Regional Rail Revival, Melbourne Airport Rail and the Western Rail Plan including fast rail between key regional cities and Melbourne. RPV is responsible for all aspects of the projects including planning and development of the project reference design, site investigations, stakeholder engagement, planning approvals and procurement, through to construction delivery and project commissioning. Major Transport Infrastructure Authority (MTIA) comprises of Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP), Rail Projects Victoria (RPV, MTIA), North East Link Project (NELP), West Gate Tunnel Project (WGTP) and Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV).

Identified Position

"Identified positions are positions where an employer may identify that a position is to be filled only by a person with a particular attribute".
Note: Applicants must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. This is a special measure under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Please refer to page 3 of the attached position description for more information. If you are viewing this advertisement on Seek, please click “apply” to view the position description.

About the opportunity

RPV, MTIA is seeking to engage a Senior Cultural Heritage Advisor. The Senior Cultural Heritage Advisor will support the Land, Planning & Environment team in providing high-quality strategic advice for the delivery of the rail infrastructure projects delivered by MTIA, including the Metro Tunnel Project, Regional Rail Revival, Melbourne Airport Rail, and the Western Rail Plan including fast rail between key regional cities and Melbourne. It will require an ability to work in a complex environment within tight timeframes. This role will require an ability to provide specialist advice regarding Indigenous community engagement as well as the ability to build positive relationships with key stakeholders from a diverse range of community groups, and to assist with coordination and engagement activities associated with the cultural heritage management process. In this role you will work closely with relevant community groups and other stakeholders to identify opportunities, as well as develop and implement strategy.

About you

You will be a highly focused and driven person who is passionate about contributing to the delivery of public infrastructure, working within a high-performing project team to drive exceptional outcomes. You will be a qualified in planning, environment, archaeology, cultural heritage or similar discipline with experience working within large projects. You will enjoy a fast paced, performance focused workplace where you will have the opportunity to work autonomously and develop your career.

If you are looking to step up in your career, this might be just the right opportunity for you!

Why join us?

• An emphasis on work / life balance
• High-performing team environment
• Equal opportunity employer
• Personal & Professional development opportunities
• Committed to safety & wellbeing
• Training & development opportunities

How to apply

Please include a Cover Letter and CV. We want to know why you want to work for Rail Projects Victoria, why you are interested in the role, and how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role. If you are viewing this advertisement on Seek, please click “apply” to view the position description.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Tenille White - HR Advisor on 0458 824 731.

Applications close 11:59 pm - Tuesday 31 May 2022.