​​​​​​​Aboriginal Heritage Officers are Aboriginal people with specialist training and skills endorsed by the Aboriginal community. They investigate areas of land for the presence or absence of Aboriginal heritage, consult with the Tasmanian Aboriginal community and provide advice on the ongoing management of Aboriginal heritage. 

Aboriginal Heritage Tasmania does not recommend or endorse any particular Aboriginal Heritage Officer. Aboriginal Heritage Tamania recommend that the proponent seek project testimonials and/or a capability statement to determine the capacity of the Aboriginal Heritage Officer to undertake the work.

Aboriginal Her​itage Tasmania recommend the proponent and Aboriginal Heritage Officer refer to the Aboriginal Heritage Standards and Procedures. ​