Anys Price

Experience

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  National Museums Liverpool

  Feb 2007 - Feb 2008

  Field Assistant

  My role at the museum has given me a lot of experience both within the office and out on site. The most prestigious project I have been involved with is the excavation of the Manchester Dock in Liverpool prior to the redevelopment of the docks and the new museum.SKILLS: My responsibilities on site included assisting volunteers, surveying using a dumpy level and an EDM, photography, recording archaeological features, finds processing, planning, and excavating. In the office I was responsible for digitising site plans using AutoCAD, rectifying site photographs using Photomodeler, creating databases with Microsoft Access, and writing Finds Reports, as well as contributing to Desk Based Assessments and Final Reports. I also edited and gave feedback on several prestigious publications. Show less

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  National Probation Service

  Feb 2008 - Jul 2008

  Case Administrator

  My main role as Case Administrator was to organise new case files and retrieve paper work from the law courts in order to keep the Probation Officers up to date with their clients’ offences and sentences. The majority of my work involved gathering information and creating files for court if a client breached their probation sentence. I learnt to deal with my workload in an efficient manner. SKILLS: This role exemplifies my excellent organisational skills which were required to work effectively in a very demanding role. As the majority of my work was crucial in court attention to detail and speed of delivery was of the utmost importance as failure to produce documents of a high standard and within the tight deadlines could result in the postponement of court procedures. Show less

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  National Museums Liverpool

  Jun 2009 - Jul 2009

  Site Supervisor

  I was invited through my position at the museum to supervise 8 undergraduate students from the University of Southampton on their annual field trip to Nevis, West Indies. My main duties were to teach the students how to excavate and record archaeological features, whilst encouraging them to learn more about Nevisian slave culture and archaeology.SKILLS: Here my teaching skills were of primary importance; I learnt to convey ideas and practical information in a clear and concise manner resulting in a successful excavation of part of a sugar plantation manor house. Decision making was also necessary and I learnt that when working with students I had to be confident in my abilities and the decisions I made on site with regards to dealing with the archaeological material. Show less

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  University of Liverpool

  Mar 2010 - Jun 2012

  This department provides support for lecturers employed by the university. It offers training up to PhD level in various aspects of teaching. My role involved processing course applications, creating student profiles and enrolling teachers on to particular programmes and updating information through the internal examinations database. I was also required to take minutes at the board of examiners meeting and I was responsible for making sure our teachers were awarded the correct qualifications upon completion of our programmes.SKILLS: I am now very capable of dealing with high volumes of information through ensuring records are up to date and in good order. This role exemplifies my ability to organise my workload efficiently so that all my tasks are completed accurately and in a timely manner when faced with a higher level of responsibility. Show less My role in this busy public sector department was divided between reception work and secretarial support for the Head of Strategy and Business Services. Whilst working here I took on many duties Personal Assistant and Receptionist.SKILLS: This job has allowed me to develop my excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook. I also improved my secretarial and receptionist skills, in particular, learning the importance of dealing with all internal and external enquiries in a calm, polite and helpful way. I learnt to approach work in a flexible manner with a ‘can-do’ attitude, and I found that I really enjoy problem solving. Show less

  • Programme Administrator

    Oct 2011 - Jun 2012

  • Personal Assistant to Head of Strategy and Business Services

    Mar 2010 - Oct 2011
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  Big Island Research Pty Ltd (BIRPL)

  Aug 2012 - Dec 2013

  Archaeologist

  I moved to Australia from the UK to work for BIRPL as an archaeologist. The work primarily took place in the Pilbara in the form of heritage surveys. When back in the office I carried out various report writing duties involving utilising data obtained during surveys to contribute to Archaeological Heritage Assessment reports, such as finds data and site descriptions, and carrying out research for Aboriginal Heritage Desktop Reports, using the Department of Indigenous Affairs as my primary resource for informationSKILLS: Here I have been able to build upon many of my existing skills such as stone artefact identification, report writing and site excavation e.g. the process of recording and excavating in a cave. I also learnt a host of new skills such as identifying rock art and grinding patches, walking transects and surveying large areas of remote bush land using GPS, and recording sites to S18 or Site Avoidance level. I also enjoyed working closely with indigenous people and learning more about Aboriginal culture and heritage. Show less

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  The University of Western Australia

  Jan 2014 - Oct 2014

  Administrative Officer

  At the Centre for Forensic Science, under limited direction, I provided a high level of administrative support to both staff and students. As the sole administrator for the entire school I was also responsible for establishing, maintaining and improving the office systems, policies and procedures to ensure its efficient operation. This role was very challenging and has given me an entirely different skill set including working with finance systems such as PeopleSoft and experience with web development programmes such as Matrix.I was the centre Health and Safety Representative, which made me solely responsible for ensuring the centre kept up to date with the university safety procedures, as well as being the main staff contact for safety concerns. I attended regular training and meetings to keep informed in such matters.SKILLS: This role was heavily reliant on working alone; therefore I used my initiative and good judgement when dealing with enquiries. I became adept at liaising with other departments when necessary and I found that maintaining a good working relationship with my peers was paramount to gaining mutual respect. Show less

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  Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation (YMAC)

  Oct 2014 - Oct 2015

  Heritage Officer

  I planned and undertook heritage surveys to protect our native title clients’ heritage, and I liaised regularly with native title groups on the conduct of such surveys. It was my responsibility to understand the Native Title Act (1993) and Aboriginal Heritage Act (1972) and I consulted the acts regularly in order to remain informed and protect Aboriginal Heritage to the best of my ability. I also liaised with Government and Non-Government proponents and developers to negotiate the conduct of cultural heritage surveys. I kept claim title lawyers and other members of YMAC staff informed where required in relation to heritage surveys.I interpreted and evaluated historical data relating to survey areas in order to determine the method of survey to take place, and also an appropriate time scale for completion of a survey.I prepared budget estimate information for our finance team, and I liaised with consultants such as archaeologists and anthropologists to retrieve quotes before surveys, and ensure their reporting schedule was running smoothly after surveys. Show less

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  The University of Notre Dame Australia

  Nov 2015 - May 2018

  Administrative Officer, Research Office
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  Terra Rosa Consulting

  May 2018 - Aug 2020

  Heritage Consultant (Archaeologist)

  Field archaeologist (excavation and survey work predominantly in the Pilbara and Perth, Western Australia)

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  Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation (YMAC)

  Sept 2020 - now

  I lead a small team of professionals, primarily servicing our Coastal groups. I use my knowledge of the Heritage Act and survey experience to provide advice and guidance to our legal team. I produce training materials for the team to ensure we are all highly skilled in the field and in the office. My focus during my short time in this role was to prepare the team for the survey season ahead by producing and leading training sessions to boost confidence and capability in the office and in the field.

  • Heritage Manager

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Team Lead - Coastal

    Nov 2023 - Jul 2024

  • Senior Archaeologist

    Feb 2022 - Jul 2024

  • Acting Heritage Manager

    Jan 2023 - Feb 2023

  • Archaeologist / Heritage Officer

    Sept 2020 - Feb 2022
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  Jamukurnu-Yapalikurnu Aboriginal Corporation

  May 2022 - Oct 2022

  Acting Senior Coordinator - Landscape & Heritage

  I was lucky enough to be nominated for a secondment with JYAC whilst they were in search of a permanent member of staff to fulfil this role. It was a privilege to work for this group and to see how a PBC operates during such challenging times. The sheer volume of work and determination of a small team to protect Cultural Heritage was awe inspiring.