Field Archaeologists

Archaeological Research Services Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate archaeologists to join their dynamic team in Sheffield. This exciting opportunity involves working on diverse projects across the UK, with a focus on Industrial archaeology. The firm is committed to staff development, offering extensive training and career progression opportunities. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality archaeological services while contributing to a culture of safety and innovation. If you are motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to make a difference in the field of archaeology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Attractive pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Health cash plan

Discounts on health and fitness

28 days annual leave

Accommodation for away work

CIfA subscription fees covered

CSCS card fees covered

Qualifications

• Experience in Industrial archaeology and field projects is essential.
• Competence in CAD and ability to write clear English required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and deliver on a wide range of archaeological projects.
• Be accountable to your line manager for project outcomes.

Skills

Industrial archaeology

CAD

Team-working

Field project experience

Post-excavation work

UK archaeology knowledge

Clear English writing

Job description

| Sheffield | Full Time |

Archaeological Research Services Ltd are recruiting archaeologists at all levels to work on a variety of projects around the UK. The positions will be attached to one of our various offices. We have positions available for an immediate start.

Our positions are:

• Project Officers £32,550 - £36,000
• Assistant Project Officers £28,780 - £30,300
• Archaeological Officers £26,000 - £26,500

We are looking for people who are fully aligned with our vision, mission (purpose) and culture and want to be part of our high-performing team. We maintain a high commitment to staff development and training and look forward to supporting career development and developing people to be the best they can be.

We invest heavily in training and development and actively seek to progress staff members through the ranks so that each person can achieve their true potential and the Company then also benefit from that.

Within the various roles we are recruiting for, we are on the lookout for a Project Officer based out of the Sale office with a keen interest and experience in Industrial archaeology.

What can Archaeological Research Services Ltd give to you?

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme linked to achieving Company performance targets
• Attractive Company pension contribution
• Life assurance cover
• Sector-leading commitment to training and career progression
• Member of the Company's health cash plan which includes a wide range of health services and financial support
• Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Additional annual leave awarded according to the accrued length of service
• Accommodation provided for away work with subsistence
• 100% of CIfA subscription fees and CSCS card fees

Are you the right person for us?

• Ideally, you will have in place the necessary skills for your role and ideally be competent in the use of CAD commensurate with the position applied for
• You must be committed to our cultures of ‘health and safety first', ‘innovation' and our ‘adding value' and positively contribute to Company initiatives
• You will need great team-working ability, motivation, enthusiasm and drive to complete tasks and contribute to the operational success of the Company
• You will have experience of taking part in field projects, contributing to post-excavation work as appropriate, a sound knowledge of UK archaeology and the ability to write accurate, clear English
• You will have experience with Watching briefs, evaluation trenching, excavation work, fieldwalking and related work. Sieving, sampling and metal detecting. Recording, including context sheets, photography, drawings, survey and so forth.

What will your role look like?

• You will have responsibility for undertaking and delivering on a wide range of projects where you will be accountable to your line manager.

If you are ready to start your career with Archaeological Research Services Ltd, then click APPLY now! We can't wait to hear from you!

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