To view the breadth of our services, please search our projects via the map below. You can search by type of project or location (LGA).
Location marks on the map are approximate. Projects involving Aboriginal archaeology and Aboriginal cultural heritage are not included in this map for cultural sensitivity reasons, but we have listed some of the Local Aboriginal Land Councils we have worked in.
Our interactive map allows you to search the type of project or locations where Artefact have worked.
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When you partner with Artefact, you’ll receive timely and accurate advice on how to integrate archaeology, heritage and environmental considerations into your project plans.
Artefact includes specialists across key fields of archaeology, heritage, environment, interpretation, architecture and history. More importantly, with 50 staff we can assemble a skilled in-house team targeted to your specific requirements.
HISTORICAL HERITAGE
As highly experienced project leaders, Artefact has been lead consultant on many major projects. Our planning and management systems ensure that projects are completed in a timely, professional manner, working in partnership with our clients.
Since 2010 Artefact is proud to have worked on a diverse range of large and small-scale infrastructure and development projects.
During this time we have built-up extensive experience in a variety of sectors including rail, roads, power and renewables, health, greenfields development and urban renewal.
Some of the more well-known projects we've been involved with include: Central Station Metro; Parramatta Light Rail; Sydney Metro City & Southwest; Wickham Transport Interchange; Northern Beaches Hospital; St Vincent’s Private Hospital; Concord Forensic Mental Health Unit; Sydney Harbour Bridge; The Northern Road Stages 1 & 2; Berry to Bomaderry Upgrade (Princes Highway); West Wyalong Solar Farm; and Wind Farm and Transmission Line projects in the Pilbara and Western NSW.
With almost 50 staff, and offices in Sydney and Newcastle, we can assemble a skilled in-house team targeted to your specific requirements.
For a personal response to your heritage and environment needs, please ask how we can tailor an integrated solution to suit your plans, your timeline and your budget.
Artefact have worked on almost all major rail infrastructure developments in NSW over the past decade.
Our proudest achievement is our team. We value their skills and talents, and we trust that you will too.
At Artefact we recruit staff who are passionate about the past, skilled in their disciplines and professional in their approach. We all understand the need to balance our rich local heritage with plans that shape the State’s future. These attributes contribute to a great team culture internally – and to exceptional advice and service for you. We support each other to make sure that our clients come first, which is why we have an industry-wide reputation for being responsive, innovative and authoritative.
SANDRA WALLACE, MANAGING DIRECTOR
Artefact was established in 2010 by Dr Sandra Wallace, who remains the company’s Managing Director.
What ever your heritage project we are here to assist.
Country or city, desktop or fieldwork, we’ve covered most of New South Wales and ACT.
Our advice and services are customised to offer the best guidance on how you can proceed, whatever your project type.
We consult right across the scale from neighbourhood architectural practices to multinational developers. But don't take our word for it! Check out our testimonials from our clients.
JOIN THE TEAM
OUR PURPOSE
AN AGENT FOR CHANGE
Did you know that when you work for Artefact you become part of something bigger? You’ll also join a team doing their bit to make the world a better place.
Staff are allocated time each month to work on social change projects that are important to them. Read about our purpose.
OUR VACANCIES
JOIN OUR TEAM
Think that you have something to offer? Artefact are keen to hear how you can contribute to our capabilities and culture. Here’s where your next career step begins … Scroll down to see current opportunities at Artefact.
If there isn’t an opportunity here at the moment, don’t hesitate to register your interest in working for us when a vacancy comes up. We might just drop you a line.
Senior Heritage Consultant
(Heritage Interpretation & Public Art)
Artefact Heritage and Environment – Sydney
PART TIME (4 days a week)
As part of the Heritage Interpretation & Public Art Team at Artefact you will provide high quality and creative heritage interpretation and public art solutions and advice for a range of projects. These include large scale infrastructure projects to urban and greenfields developments, for government, corporate and community clients.
This creative and project focused role produces Heritage Interpretation Strategies, Heritage Interpretation Plans, Public Art Strategies, manages artist engagement and artwork concept development, interpretive material content and provides professional and creative heritage interpretation & public art advice to a range of clients.
Specifically, this role will project manage a range of interpretation and public art projects, including writing proposals, undertaking research, writing histories, developing interpretive concepts/solutions, writing reports/reviewing drafts, managing project budgets, managing client liaison, consulting with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal stakeholders, supervising the work of HCs on projects, and working closely with the Team Leader and the team to develop innovative and appropriate interpretive solutions for projects.
Allocated time to work on social and environmental justice initiatives through our Purpose Team program
Flexible work options
Professional development leave and allowances
Part-time, 4 day per week availability with option to expand to full-time in future.
Degree in museum studies, curation, heritage, arts administration, cultural heritage or similar discipline
Minimum 5 years’ experience in the museums, visual arts or heritage sector such as heritage consultancies, museums, galleries, local councils, historic houses, parks or equivalent public realm
Experience in managing heritage and/ or visual arts projects such as exhibitions, heritage interpretation projects, public art outcomes and producing high quality reports
Understanding of the key principles and purposes of heritage interpretation and/ or public art
Excellent project and budget management skills
Excellent communication skills
Experience in stakeholder management and community consultation, particularly with Aboriginal stakeholders
Exceptional writing skills for professional reports and public interpretation material
Excellent research skills
A positive and creative approach to problem solving
Effective time management and ability to manage complex projects and meet competing priorities
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Clear communication skills and a collaborative, proactive attitude
Role Description
As a Senior Heritage Consultant – Interpretation & Public Art your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Work within the Heritage Interpretation & Public Art Team
Deliver high-quality and creative interpretive and public art solutions across a range of projects, from large-scale infrastructure to small urban developments, for government and corporate clients
Produce Heritage Interpretation Strategies and Plans
Develop Public Art Strategies and Plans
Manage artist engagement and artwork concept development
Create content for interpretive materials
You will also have to opportunity to project manage a range of interpretation and public art projects, including:
Writing proposals
Undertaking research
Developing interpretive concepts and solutions
Writing reports and reviewing drafts
Managing project budgets
Managing client liaison
Consulting with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal stakeholders
Working with designers and production companies on the design and production of interpretive elements for projects
Supervising the work of Heritage Consultants on projects
Working closely with the Team Leader and team to deliver innovative, appropriate interpretive and public art solutions
If you would like to be a part of our friendly multidisciplinary team that offers the most innovative heritage solutions across Australia, and believe you have the qualifications and skills to successfully perform in the role, we would like to hear from you.
Please provide a CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience, and how they align with the requirements of the role.
For more information, please contact our HR team via email at hr@artefact.net.au
Bid Administrator
Artefact Heritage and Environment – Sydney
FULL TIME
As Bid Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for coordinating the preparation, review, and submission of high-quality proposals, tenders, and expressions of interest. You’ll work closely with our Managing Director, Project Team Leaders, and consulting staff to ensure proposals are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time.
Your work will include:
Managing tender timelines and coordinating input from technical, marketing, and finance teams
Editing, formatting, and producing proposal documents to a high professional standard
Administering document control, branding, and version management systems
Maintaining master libraries and proposal data in our project management system (Total Synergy)
Conducting background research and supporting continual improvement in bid processes
Assisting with business development and administrative coordination where needed
You’ll be central to ensuring the quality and consistency of Artefact’s professional submissions, helping our teams deliver their best work to clients.
You’re organised, detail-oriented, and thrive on managing multiple deadlines. You care about quality, enjoy bringing order to complex information, and can guide diverse contributors to a polished, professional result.
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
Proven experience in bid coordination, tender or proposal management, or similar
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including excellent editing and grammar
Exceptional attention to detail and advanced document management skills
Proficiency across Microsoft Office and document control systems
The ability to work collaboratively and effectively under pressure
Analytical and creative problem-solving skills
(Bonus) Familiarity with project management systems, AI tools, or the heritage/consulting sectors
Flexible and hybrid work options
Supportive and creative workplace culture
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Purpose Team program – work on social or environmental projects that matter
Work on a diverse range of projects that make a real impact
If you want to use your coordination and communication skills to help a purpose-driven company deliver heritage projects that matter, and be part of a team that genuinely supports one another, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information, contact our HR team at hr@artefact.net.au.
Consultants at all levels
(Built Environment / Archaeology / Interpretation / Environment)
Artefact Heritage and Environment – Sydney/ Newcastle/ Bathurst
CASUAL
We often have short term casual contracts available for professionals with expertise in Aboriginal and Historical Archaeology, Built Environment, Environment, Interpretation.
To take advantage of this opportunity, applicants are required to submit an expression of interest detailing relevant experience, with a copy of a current Curriculum Vitae and names and details of referees from relevant sources within the industry.
If you value being part of a close-knit team, love the challenges of working on a range of outstanding projects and the learning opportunities that come with that, and are serious about building your career, then you've have come to the right place.
Competitive hourly rate will be negotiated with the right candidates.
Please register your interest via the link below.