FIELD PROJECT SUPERVISORS – CAMBRIDGE

Oxford Archaeology; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Archaeology is seeking Field Project Supervisors to oversee archaeological projects from their Cambridge base, involving site evaluations and excavations across various regions. Ideal candidates will have substantial fieldwork experience and a degree in archaeology, alongside strong communication skills and the ability to engage with the community. The role offers competitive salary, benefits including a pension scheme, and opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

6% employer pension contributions

21 days annual leave plus concessionary days

Paid overtime and subsistence payments

Career progression and training opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in professional archaeological fieldwork within the UK or Irish sectors.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety legislation.
• Report writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field-based archaeological projects and evaluations.
• Report to a Project Manager on-site responsibilities.
• Assist in training and performance monitoring of junior staff.

Skills

Fieldwork experience

Communication skills

Health and Safety legislation knowledge

Education

Degree in archaeology or related discipline

Job description

About The Role

Permanent appointment

Salary range £31,212 – £33,577

Oxford Archaeology is one of the largest independent archaeological practices in Europe. Since our foundation in 1973, we have worked throughout the UK and on many international projects. We have offices in Oxford, Cambridge and Lancaster. We are a registered Educational Charity.

Due to a strong fieldwork programme, we are looking to recruit keen and enthusiastic Field Project Supervisors to become part of our team. You would be based from our Cambridge office, however our work could take you anywhere in the country; currently we are deploying staff to sites in Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, and Suffolk. The ability to work away from home for long periods is essential. Upcoming projects in the region include evaluations on major linear schemes, and large-scale excavations of Iron Age to Romano-British settlements, Bronze Age funerary monuments and medieval roadside settlement.

Position Requirements

• The role will mainly be field based, but some time may/will also be spent in the office.
• Candidates should possess substantial experience in professional archaeological fieldwork within the UK or Irish commercial sectors, along with a strong comprehension of the archaeological context of these regions.
• Candidates will have on-site responsibility for watching briefs, evaluations and small to medium excavations on a range of both home and away-based projects, reporting to a Project Manager. Candidates may also run areas of larger excavations, reporting to a Project Officer.
• You will have a good understanding of the Health and Safety legislation relevant to the commercial environment, as well the needs and priorities of commercial clients.
• Candidates should have report writing experience and will produce unpublished reports for their sites.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to community engagement.
• Candidates will be able to supervise and assist with performance monitoring and training where appropriate, for Assistant Supervisors, Field Archaeologists and Graduate Trainees.
• A full clean driving licence and the ability to drive OA company vehicles is essential.
• A degree in archaeology or related discipline will be highly advantageous.
• SSSTS qualification (or similar) will be advantageous.
• Membership of CIfA and a current CSCS card is desirable.
  
  

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary range £31,212 – £33,577 (appointments will be made on the basis of demonstrated ability, previous experience and CIfA membership if appropriate).
• A company pension scheme with 6% employer contributions. Employees with 10 years of employment or in project management roles gaining access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is one of the few remaining defined benefit schemes in the UK.
• We also offer many other opportunities for career progression including placements and specialist training in all areas of the business, including finds, environmental, archives, post-excavation, burials, community engagement, heritage management, historic buildings, geomatics, geoarchaeology and contracts.
• 21 days annual leave plus 3 concessionary days between Christmas and New Year (not including public holidays).
• 37.5 hours (basic) week with optional paid overtime at time and a half hours in-excess of 37.5 hours Monday-Friday and on Saturdays, and double time on Sundays and bank holidays. The standard day includes 40 minutes paid break, in addition to an unpaid lunchbreak.
• Subsistence payment of £22.50 per night (tax free) and free, no sharing in single rooms (usually B & B or self-catering) for away-based projects.
• Overtime will be paid for additional hours worked including travelling time where you are the ‘responsible person’ or driver.
• We pay 100% of CIfA subscription fees.
• Free, high quality personal protective equipment (inc. full breathable waterproofs, fleece etc).
• Comprehensive care for employee welfare through a number of policies, including: the AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Premier, generous paid sick leave, a network of mental health first aiders, and personal accident insurance.
• Cycle to work scheme.
  
  

Please Apply By Completing An Application Form

https://surveys.oxfordarchaeology.com/index.php/967128

Please submit a CV and covering letter with your application.

Closing Date: Sunday 15th June 2025

Interviews will take place w/c 23rd June 2025

Oxford Archaeology is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications are judged on the relevant skills and experience of the candidate, and not by gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, belief, age, nationality (other than where work permits may be required), or ethnicity. You must meet the UKBA requirements to live and work in the UK.

Registered Charity No. 285627; Company Registration No. 1618597

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