Community Heritage Officer

Full Time/9 Day Fortnight/36 Hours per weekSalary: From $101,615 - $108,140 plus SuperannuationPosition Brief - Community Heritage Officer

About The Team

Join our Cultural Heritage Team within the Environment, Sustainability and Heritage Branch. We are a passionate and high-performing team committed to protecting, conserving and promoting the Gold Coast's unique heritage. Through collaboration, innovation and community engagement, we help ensure the City's cultural stories and significant places are preserved for future generations.

About The Role

As Community Heritage Officer, you'll play a key role in delivering community-focused heritage programs that celebrate and protect the City's cultural heritage. Reporting to the Heritage Conservation Lead, you'll work closely with residents, community groups, government agencies and internal stakeholders to develop initiatives that increase awareness, participation and appreciation of local heritage.

You'll Have The Opportunity To

Develop and deliver heritage programs and community initiatives.Coordinate Heritage Week events, workshops and activities.Create heritage interpretation plans, trails and educational resources.Build strong relationships with community groups, stakeholders and government agencies.Research and document local history, culture and heritage places.Promote heritage conservation through community engagement, marketing and outreach.Provide specialist heritage advice across a range of projects and initiatives.

We’re Looking For People Who Have

We're looking for someone who is passionate about heritage conservation and community engagement, with experience delivering programs and projects that connect communities with their cultural heritage.

You Will Ideally Have

A degree in Heritage Conservation, History, Archaeology or a related discipline.Experience managing heritage programs and community initiatives.Strong project management and organisational skills.Experience planning and delivering events, workshops or community programs.Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.Knowledge of heritage legislation and conservation best practice.The ability to work collaboratively while also managing projects independently.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

Benefits

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

9-day fortnight Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations  Personal and professional development courses Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.

How To Apply

To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person Anneliisa Tonisson

Contact Email atonisson@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Closing Date Tuesday 1 September 2026/11:59pm AEDT

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.