Oxford Archaeology is one of the largest independent archaeological practices in Europe. Our size and reputation ensures that we work on the most exciting and varied projects, and can offer real opportunities for long term employment and career development. We have permanent offices in Oxford, Cambridge and Lancaster.
The position:
We would like to appoint a Health, Safety and Environment Advisor (Major Projects) to join the OA Health and Safety Team. The role will be in support of the Oxford-Cotswold Archaeology Sizewell C Project (see Sizewell C - Oxford Cotswold Archaeology) and gives the opportunity to be involved in an exciting project and work as part of a large team of archaeology professionals, including an on-site HS&E team. You will also be part of OA’s wider HS&E team, which is led by the COO. Experience in the construction, environment or archaeology sectors would be highly advantageous. The successful candidate will report directly to the OCA Sizewell Project Managers. This is a six-month fixed term full-time role (with opportunity for contract extension, and deployment to other major projects) based on our Sizewell site in Suffolk; some attendance at either our Cambridge or Oxford office may also be required.
The full requirements of the role are set out in the Job Description
Employee benefits:
- Competitive, constantly benchmarked salary of £29,868 - £32,132. Appointments will be made on the basis of demonstrated ability, previous experience and qualifications.
- A company pension scheme with 6% employer contributions. Employees with 10 years of employment or in project management roles gain access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) which is one of the few remaining defined benefit schemes in the UK.
- 21-24 days’ holiday (depending on length of service) with 3 additional concessionary days at Christmas plus Bank Holidays.
- Overnight accommodation (single room accommodation usually B&B or self-catering) and subsistence payment of £22.50 per night (tax free) for those based more than 1 hour and 15 minutes away from the site location.
- 37.5-hour (basic) week with optional paid overtime at time and a half for hours in-excess of 37.5 hours Monday-Friday and on Saturdays, and double time on Sundays and bank holidays.
- Paid travel time for journeys to site that take longer than one hour from the office and free transport from regional offices to sites.
- 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.
- Annual driver’s allowance of £520 for approved drivers (pro-rata) in addition to paid overtime for driving.
- Support with fees for membership of a relevant professional organisation e.g. IOSH
- Cycle to work scheme.
Please contact Dan Poore on 01865 980725 or at dan.poore@oxfordarchaeology.com if you would like more information about the role in the meantime.
If you would like to join the team responsible for Health and Safety on one of the most exciting archaeological projects in the UK and be part of a respected and established organisation at the forefront of British archaeology please apply by completing an application form:
https://surveys.oxfordarchaeology.com/index.php/967128
Please also enclose a CV and covering letter, setting out in no more than 1000 words your understanding of the key H and S issues faced by the commercial archaeology sector, and why you think you would be suited to the role.
Closing Date: 2 May 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 requirements to live and work in the UK by UK Visas and Immigration.
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