The position
Archaeological Research Services Ltd are recruiting Project Officers for work on a variety of projects around the UK, attached to one of our offices. We have positions available for an immediate start. We particularly welcome candidates for our Bedford office.
Are you a go-getter with an ability to lead, manage and organise a field team on sites which shape our understanding of the past? Do you have a passion for delivering value and benefit through archaeology and a business-focused professional service? Do you want to join a supportive team which values innovation, career progression and purpose? Applications are invited for professional and capable Project Officers with experience of organising and running larger field projects, motivating and leading teams, completing post-excavation work and producing high quality reports for a wide range of projects. We are looking for competent and efficient individuals with a drive to get projects completed on time. We welcome experience in surveying and GIS. IT skills will be an advantage. A good knowledge of British archaeology is essential. You must be able to work as an effective team member who can be relied on to deliver to deadlines.
In this role you will lead on a variety of projects from start to finish including the production of WSIs and RAMS, fieldwork, post-excavation, archives, Illustration and creative work etc., and undertake project and personnel supervision, give and take instructions and report to your line manager. You will also produce accurate, well written reports for all site types and sizes. You will also complete administrative duties and undertake other duties that may arise as required
You must be committed to our health and safety culture and positively contribute to Company initiatives. We have a professional and friendly culture with many outstanding performers. We maintain a sector leading commitment to staff development and training which we require to be reciprocated, and we look forward to supporting and developing people to be the best they can be.
We offer an exciting range of employee benefits:
- 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) with additional annual leave awarded according to accrued length of service
- Quality accommodation provided for away work with competitive subsistence
- Full personal protective equipment and Company branded workwear
- 100% of CIfA subscription fees etc.
To apply
Download, complete and submit all of the required documentation set out below and email to personnel@archaeologicalresearchservices.com . If you would like to discuss the post with us then please ring us on 01629 814540 and ask for ‘personnel’.
Applicants must complete and send in:
- Covering letter compromising 250 words on why you consider yourself a suitable candidate
- Application Form including the names and full contact details of two referees
- Full CV
- Candidates may wish to fill out and send in the Equal Opportunities Form, but this is not mandatory.
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