Heritage Restoration Volunteer Supervisor (Remote)

Heritage Restoration Volunteer Supervisor | Sydney Harbour Federation Trust | Australia

Our Organisation 

The Sydney Harbour Federation Trust (Harbour Trust) manages extraordinary places on the world’s best harbour and provides the public with access to precious bushland, parks and open spaces.

Located in First Nations countries, our visitor destinations are known for their natural beauty. They also feature heritage-listed structures and other remnants from Australia’s colonial, maritime and military history. For these reasons, they have significance on a national and international scale.

Our vision includes making our destinations accessible to diverse audiences, amplifying their heritage and environmental values through storytelling and – through their conservation, remediation and adaptive reuse – fostering a sense of place and belonging.

About the Role 

The Heritage Restoration Volunteer Supervisor is responsible for overseeing of the Harbour Trust’s heritage restoration volunteer program at Cockatoo Island and North Head. The program of works will be meticulously developed in consultation with the Director of Heritage and Design, encompassing site-based projects that include the conservation and restoration of heritage machinery, artifacts, objects, and materials in, on, or around buildings.

This role is ideally suited for an individual with trade skills, particularly in carpentry and metalwork, with a robust background in the conservation and restoration of heritage-listed assets across diverse projects. 

The individual will leverage their expertise and specialised trade skills to conserve and restore heritage buildings, structures, machinery, artifacts, and materials, ensuring the successful delivery of the volunteer restoration program.

The position demands a blend of hands-on craftsmanship and team management to effectively oversee and execute the volunteer restoration program. 

Role Accountabilities

• Overseeing and applying trade expertise for the supervision of the Cockatoo Island and North Head heritage restoration volunteer project program. This Includes  both hands-on technical skills  and project team management. 
• Develop and deliver the heritage restoration volunteer project program in consultation with the Director of Heritage and Design. Implement conservation and restoration methodologies in line with heritage industry practices and associated heritage listings.
• Ensure and maintain high levels of communication with heritage restoration volunteers. Respond to their requests courteously and efficiently while managing expectations.
• Maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy work environment for the heritage restoration volunteers by following and enforcing standards, procedures and compliance within legal regulations. Propose and maintain systems that manage the safety of the heritage restoration volunteer team.
• Ensure the restoration volunteers program remains vibrant by supporting and facilitating skills development and maintaining current skills.
• Implement peer-to-peer mentoring for new volunteers as part of ongoing projects to foster a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Assist the Director of Heritage and Design in developing the annual budget for the restoration program.
• In consultation with the Director of Heritage and Design, procure necessary materials, equipment, and external trades/contractors within the defined yearly budget, adhering to the Harbour Trust’s procurement standards and guidelines.
• Consult and collaborate with internal stakeholders including other project streams and events that may impact the volunteer project program.
• Compile and maintain records of the heritage restoration volunteer projects over the life of projects to ensure accurate records. Provide timely work in progress (WIP) written and verbal reports to the Director of Heritage and Design.
   

Selection Criteria

• Building Trade qualifications. 
• Demonstrated trade skills in carpentry, metalwork, or related fields, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience working on heritage assets, including buildings, associated fabric, and machinery.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively oversee and manage a team, ensuring high levels of communication. 
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage workloads efficiently, especially when faced with competing demands.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with local, state, and federal government legislation pertaining to buildings and infrastructure, particularly heritage-listed assets.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in Work Health and Safety (WHS) within the construction industry. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience in assisting with budget development and procuring necessary materials, equipment, and external trades/contractors within defined budgets and procurement standards.
• Ability to compile and maintain accurate records of heritage restoration projects and produce timely work-in-progress reports.
• Current Drivers Licence.
• Possession of a current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one. 
• Willingness to complete yearly Fire Warden Training. 
• White Card

Desirable 

• Trade experience on the conservation, restoration and management of heritage listed properties and assets.
• Fork-lift ticket or willingness to obtain
• NSW Boat Licence or willingness to obtain

Eligibility 

• Satisfy a Police Check 
• Hold Australian citizenship or residency or appropriate visa.

Salary and Benefits

• $96,068 to $111,180 per annum, plus superannuation.
• Healthy lifestyle cash benefit.
• Purchased leave 
• 18 weeks paid Parental leave 
• Access to: EAP, Flu Shots, Volunteer leave, study leave, cultural leave, NAIDOC leave, learning and development opportunities and more! 

**Does this role sound like you? We want to hear from you! **

How to apply?

Please visit https://www.harbourtrust.gov.au/careers/ for full position description. To apply, email HR@harbourtrust.gov.au the following:

• Cover letter, outlining why you want the role and outlining how you meet the selection criteria.
• Resume outlining your experience, qualifications and education.

Applications close on 5 December 2024. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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