Thomas Stewart
Archaeologist
Qualifications and Memberships
Bachelor of Arts Degree with Distinction, Majoring in Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Southern Queensland
Cert 3 in light vehicle mechanical technologies
Cert 2 in light vehicle refrigeration systems
Current Queensland Driver’s License
Professional Associations and Positions
- Member, Australian Archaeological Association Inc.
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Member, Golden Key International Honour Society
Certificates
Current coal board medical
AWDD 4WD certificate
Current first aid certificate
Standard 11
White Card
- PMASUP236 Operate Vehicles in the Field
- RIIVEH201E Operate a light vehicle
- RIIVEH305E Operate and Maintain a Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
- TLIC0023 Operate four wheel drive vehicle
- HLTAID009 First Aid
- RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace
- RIIERR205D Apply Initial Response First Aid
- RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies and incidents
- RIIGOV201E Comply with site work processes/procedures
- RIIRIS201E Conduct local risk control
- RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
- CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Thomas Stewart is a new member at Turnstone Archaeology. Thomas graduated from the University of Southern Queensland with a Bachelor of Arts degree double majoring in archaeology and anthropology, minoring in history. The University of Southern Queensland’s archaeology and anthropology divisions focus on cultural heritage and social justice issues.
Thomas has been working in the collections team at the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology since the beginning of 2022 where he has learned fundamental skills in archiving and research.
As a new member of Turnstone Archaeology Thomas has begun working with Indigenous communities across Queensland to help develop the skills required to protect cultural heritage. Thomas is eager to work with traditional owners and to learn as much as possible.
Nominated Projects
Gugu Badhun People, 2022-2023
Cultural heritage adviser for the Gugu Badhun people at the Gawara Baya Windfarm and North Queensland Defence Project areas to undertake cultural heritage surveying, mitigation and reporting.
Widi People, 2023 – ongoing
Cultural heritage adviser for the Widi People of the Nebo Estate at the Eungella QLD Hydro Project areas, to undertake cultural heritage surveying, mitigation and reporting.