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Elizabeth Hawksley

Reservoir,VIC

Summary

With 19 years experience within the 'commercial' archaeology field, I excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrating a unique blend of excavation expertise and exceptional communication skills. My leadership in both Aboriginal and Historical assessments and archaeological excavations has consistently delivered projects on time, showcasing my ability to adapt, collaborate effectively, and drive results with precision and respect.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Historical Advisor

Heritage Insight
11.2023 - 12.2024
  • Dohertys Road, Tarneit, Proposed Road Duplication and Upgrade, Historical Heritage Assessment, Wyndham City Council- Project Manager/ Senior Field Archaeologist
  • 22-48 Chum Street, Golden Square, Bendigo Residential Development, Piermont Group - Victorian Heritage Registered Site H2211, 'Fortuna Villa' & Victorian Heritage Inventory Site H7724-0642, Lansell's 222 Gold Mine Archaeological Investigations- Senior Field Archaeologist
  • Aviators Field Precinct Structure Plan Historical Heritage Assessments, Urbis on behalf of Dahua Australia-Project Manager/Senior Field Archaeologist
  • 250 Wedge Road, Skye Residential Development (Lot A) Archaeological Investigations, Yourland Development- Project Manager/ Senior Field Archaeologist

Senior Heritage Advisor

Extent Heritage
02.2017 - 04.2023

• Little Lonsdale and Bennetts Lane Historical Archaeological Assessment and CHMP, Little Lonsdale Development Pty Ltd - Site Manager/ Lead Archaeologist for Excavation Program (2018-2022)

• Elizabeth Street Sewer Augmentation, Stage 3 CHMP, City West Water- archaeological assessment and monitoring- Project Manager, Lead Archaeologist of Monitoring and Excavation Program (2020-2023)

• Gippsland Line Upgrade (GLU) Archaeological Investigations at Former Bunyip Station and Tramway and Longwarry Railway Station and Reserve, VicConnect Alliance - Lead Archaeologist, Excavation and Monitoring Program (2021-2022)

• Job Warehouse, Bourke Street, Melbourne. Heritage Management and Historical Investigations, Lovel Chen and O’Brien - Lead Archaeologist for Excavation Program (2019-2022)

• Briody Drive West Subdivision and Development CHMP, Briody Drive Projects - Project Manager and Lead Archaeologist (2019-2020)

• Plenty River Trail CHMP and Historical Archaeological Assessment, Parks Victoria - Heritage Advisor

• Brown Road Residential Subdivision CHMP, BJR McMullen Pty Ltd. La Trobe Street Archaeological Investigations, Cedar Pacific. Project Manger and Lead Archaeologist (2019-2020)

• Werribee South Anti-Aircraft Gun Emplacements Historical investigations, Wyndham City Council- Archaeologist

• Elizabeth Street Salvage, ICON- Archaeologist/Site Planner (2019).

• Queen Victoria Market Munro Site (Therry Street) Archaeological Investigations, PDG.

• Queen Street Archaeological Investigations, Hutchinson Builders- Archaeologist (2018)

• Richmond Maltings Residential and Commercial Development Stage 1 and Stage 2 Archaeological Investigations, Lovell Chen Caydon Pty Ltd - Archaeologist. (2017-2021)

• Rockbank North CHMP PSP Phase 1 and 2 Salvage, Woodlea- Archaeologist (2017-2020)

Education

Master of Arts - Ancient History And Archaeology of Greece And Rome

Cardiff University
Wales, U.K.
06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History And Archaeology of Greece And Rome

Cardiff University
Wales, U.K.
06.2003

Skills

  • Experienced in range of written reports from Cultural Heritage Management Plans, Historical Heritage Assessments, Applications for Consent and Permit Requests to Letters of Advice
  • Proven success working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
  • Proven ability to problem solve
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
  • Delivered services to client/stakeholders within specific timeframes
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
  • Extensive knowledge in excavation techniques, post excavation and reporting
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships

Additional Information

Certified in senior First-Aid

Certified in Remote First-Aid

Certified in 4x4 Driving

Full Victorian Drivers licence

Registered White card

Timeline

Senior Historical Advisor

Heritage Insight
11.2023 - 12.2024

Senior Heritage Advisor

Extent Heritage
02.2017 - 04.2023

Master of Arts - Ancient History And Archaeology of Greece And Rome

Cardiff University

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History And Archaeology of Greece And Rome

Cardiff University
Elizabeth Hawksley