Project Archaeologist

Cura Terrae; North East; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Career development and progression

Supportive team culture

Modern tools and resources

Job summary

Cura Terrae is seeking project archaeologists to support a busy summer and autumn schedule at our Barnard Castle site. We welcome candidates at various experience levels who are eager to learn and take on increasing responsibility, including those with geophysical survey interest.

A full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential. You will work on a range of projects, combining fieldwork and office tasks, with on-site training and opportunities to develop skills across archaeology and

Qualifications

• Experience in archaeology and fieldwork is welcomed.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Good communication and ability to work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the project lead in delivering archaeological projects to professional standards.
• Under supervision, complete allocated tasks including hand excavation of features.
• Work safely per health & safety requirements and report concerns.
• Ensure understanding of work required through communication with the project lead.
• Develop skills through training and on-the-job guidance.
• Maintain professionalism and accurate time reporting.
• Represent the company in a professional manner.

Skills

Basic excavation

Field survey

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Geophysical surveys

Job description

Fixed term contract with potential to extend

With continual growth, and future expansion,Cura Terrae Land and Naturearelooking for suitable candidates to join the existing Archaeology teams in ourBarnard Castleoffice.

We are seeking motivated individuals eager to learn new skills and tackle a diverse range of projects. Initially, we are recruiting to support a busy upcoming summer and autumn schedule.Following the award of future projects there may be opportunities for contract extensions, withCura Terrae Land and natureemployees gaining a range of both office and site-based skills in archaeology and our other environmental disciplines.

We are actively looking for project archaeologistswho arelooking for a new challenge or greater responsibility, including those with experience in geophysical survey and enthusiasm for such work. We are happy to hear from candidates with a range of experience and welcome applications from early in their career or with working experience.

Role responsibilities:

• Provide support to the project lead in the delivery of archaeological projects to professional standards.
• Under direction and supervision, completeallocatedproject tasksi.e. hand excavation of archaeological features,within agreed scopes and timescales.
• Work safelyin accordance withCompany Health & Safety requirements and report any health and safety concerns to the project lead.
• Ensure you fully understand the workrequiredand desired outcomes through communication with the project lead.
• Be competent in any or all the following: basic excavation, field survey, post-excavation skills, all with supervision and ongoing skills training and/or experience.
• Improve and develop skillsets andexpertise, engaging with guidance and training asappropriateandrequired.
• Maintain personal and professional development and training to ensure professional currency and meet the changing demands of the job.
• Ensure all work is performedin accordance withCompany policies andprocedures, andis legally compliant.
• Accurately report all time spend on tasks in the specifiedtimeframe.
• Represent the Company in a professional and positive manner.

Additionalduties

• Work at distance from designated office (away work) asrequired.
• Carry out all and any other such duties including geophysical surveys, training and/or hours of work as may bereasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility for this role.
• Maintaina full UK driving licence.(preferred but not essential)
• Contribute to and support positive morale within teams.
• Maintain accreditation at Practitioner level or above in the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (PCIfA).(preferred but not essential)
• Willingness to work as instructed indifferentpractice areas across the business.

WhatYou'llGet

You'lljoin a forward-thinking environmental organisation where archaeology is part of a wider mission to deliver sustainable, evidence-led solutions for the natural and historic environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working options
• Career development, mentoring, and progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Access to modern tools, equipment, and resources
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, nature-positive projects

About Cura Terrae

Cura Terrae is a Great Place to Work certified environmental services group. We are committed to delivering high-quality environmental solutions while fostering a workplace built on teamwork, inclusivity, professionalism, and wellbeing.

We actively support the development of our people and provide opportunities to grow across a diverse range of environmental disciplines.

If yourequireany reasonable adjustments or have any comments contact the Recruitment team at [e-mail]

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We do not accept CVs from third parties/agencies, and any applications received will be treated as the property ofCura Terrae. We will not be liable for any fees related to unsolicited CVs received.