Kurt Farrugia (1984) graduated in archaeology from the University of Malta. He worked for 12 years at the Planning Authority, where he was involved in assessing developments within historical urban cores. In 2018, he was transferred to the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage as head of unit for Heritage Planning Consultations, Underwater and Movable Cultural Heritage. This role provided a broader view on cultural heritage as all development planning applications submitted at the Planning Authority were received and scrutinised by the Superintendence, making recommendations and observations.

His leading of underwater cultural heritage and movable cultural heritage, involving movement, illicit trade and restoration, enabled the better understanding of cultural heritage, as well as spearheading a number of administrative changes. In late 2020, he was appointed as Superintendent of Cultural Heritage. He is also member of several national committees such as National Archives Council, Conservators/Restorers Warrants Board, Intangible Cultural Heritage Committee and Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee.