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 Finance Officer
Artefact Heritage and Environment – Sydney
PART TIME 4 days a week
Exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our team in Pyrmont.
As a Senior Finance Officer/Assistant Accountant, your responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:
· Manage end-to-end payroll processing on a fortnightly basis for approximately 50–60 staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance
· Investigate payroll variances and provide clear, insightful commentary to support reporting and decision making
· Perform and review monthly balance sheet and profit and loss reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy
· Lead the end of month project invoicing process, ensuring timely and accurate billing aligned with project progress and WIP
· Review project budgets against actuals, identify variances, and provide meaningful analysis and follow ups to support project performance
· Support month end close including reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, write offs, and journal entries
· Oversee company credit card management, including reconciliations, follow ups, and investigation and resolution of queries and discrepancies
· Oversee and coordinate follow ups and escalations across accounts payable and receivable to support strong cash flow outcomes
· Identify opportunities to streamline finance processes and drive continuous improvement across systems and workflows
· Maintain accurate financial records and documentation to support audit and compliance requirements
· Provide proactive support to the Finance Manager and contribute to broader finance initiatives
· Assist with ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and business support as required
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 the following:
· Degree in Accounting or similar discipline
· Minimum 4+ years’ experience in end-to-end accounting
· Solid understanding of payroll processes and AASB accounting standards
· Strong Excel skills with a solid analytical mindset
· Effective time management and ability to meet competing priorities
· Highly organised with strong attention to detail
· Clear communication skills and a collaborative, proactive attitude
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
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!
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.