• 0.8FTE part time, permanent position
• Option for 1.0FTE full time for 12 months
• $116,741 - $126,166 (pro rata) + 11.5% superannuation

About the Opportunity
As part of the Park Lands, Policy and Sustainability Program, the Senior Heritage Advisor plays a central role in delivering the City of Adelaide?s Heritage Strategy. This includes managing the Heritage Incentives Scheme, assessing development applications, supporting heritage related policy initiatives, and providing expert heritage and conservation advice.

In this role, you'll work closely with owners of heritage-listed properties to guide conservation efforts, allocate funding, and help navigate development approvals. You?ll also offer specialist input on development applications and council-led projects, ensuring heritage considerations are embedded in urban planning decisions.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a heritage professional with strong architectural knowledge, conservation expertise, and a passion for Adelaide?s built character. Your work will directly support the preservation of the city?s heritage assets while helping shape a thoughtful, character-rich urban environment.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Architecture and/or Heritage Conservation or related field and/or commensurate demonstrated experience in lieu of formal qualifications
• Knowledge of the local and national heritage legislation and South Australian planning legislation.
• Comprehensive architectural knowledge of traditional buildings and their cultural significance
• Extensive knowledge of the historical forces that molded the city and their impact on the physical character that occurred.
• Extensive knowledge of Adelaide?s construction vernaculars and the associated conservation techniques.
• A knowledge of the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter.
• Knowledge and experience in project management underpin the timely delivery of strategies, projects and programs and assist in cross functional collaboration.

About Us
Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community?s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

To find out how a role with City of Adelaide impacts the community, please watch this video here.

The Park Lands, Policy & Sustainability Program establishes clear and integrated policies and plans to shape a well designed, planned and developed City, to protect and enhance our unique Park Lands, and support a welcoming and resilient community that demonstrates environmental leadership.

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Kenneth Chan on 8203 7171.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter via the apply online button below expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Kenneth Chan, Team Leader, City Policy & Heritage.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it?s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close 11.59pm, 8 June 2025.

We encourage submitting your application early, as shortlisting and interviews may take place before the closing date.

Please be advised this is a 0.8FTE part time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Salaried Level 7 Classification commencing at $116,741 (pro rata) + 11.5% superannuation. There is an option to undertake work at full time 1.0FTE for a period of 12 months, linked to parental leave.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 [email protected]