Project Assistant

Job Summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and skilful Project Assistants to join us on projects in Scotland. The central task of the Project Assistant is to excavate and record archaeological features on-site, under direction from the Site Supervisor.  This role may also be required to undertake certain office duties including data entry and environmental and/or finds processing.

 Summary of essential job functions

• Adherence to disciplinary codes of conduct and taking direction from the Site Supervisor on such matters
• Adherence to all Health & Safety and Waste Management policies and taking direction from the Site Supervisor on such matters
• Ensuring that best archaeological practice is followed at all times, within the terms of Red River’s excavation manual
• Implementing the instructions of the Site Supervisor regarding excavation strategies
• Carrying out the tasks assigned to them in a timely and efficient manner
• Undertaking archaeological monitoring of construction/demolition works as required
• Assistance with logistical works associated with site set up, general maintenance and site closure including (but not limited to) loading and unloading of tools equipment and samples; general cleaning/ sweeping and tidying of compounds, cabins (inc. contents), roads and vehicles; moving, laying down and maintenance of barrow boards;  cleaning and maintenance of tools, samples buckets and similar; assisting with lifting and moving of traffic management equipment; assistance with lifting, moving, erection or dismantling of fencing including edge protection and perimeter fencing

Possible office duties (including, but not limited to)

• Cataloguing and assessing the Site Archive
• Data entry of the Site Archive
• The timely and efficient completion of any tasks assigned
• Processing and cataloguing of environmental and/or artefactual material

Abilities required

• Good communication (oral and written) skills
• Multi-tasking and time management abilities
• Ability to integrate quickly and successfully into a team
• Ability to work on own initiative with supervision
• Ability to follow instructions and take direction

Why apply?  

• Permanent full-time position 
• Cost of living payments in operation and inflationary pay increase every 1^st Apr 
• Employee Assistance Programme (BUPA) – advice on mental health & wellbeing, family matters, finance, etc) 
• 31 days annual leave (inclusive of public and bank holidays) 
• £23.50 per night overnight subsistence where applicable 
• Paid driving time, where applicable 
• Overtime at generous rates and lieu system in operation 
• Team Milestone bonuses 
• Paid CIfA membership (100%) subscription (following qualifying period) 
• Company pension scheme 
• Dedicated training and development 
• Quality accommodation provided with transport to/ from site (if required) 
• Welfare and PPE of high standard 
• Contractual sick pay and welfare package in addition to SSP 

All applications (CV, covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and two contacts for references. Referees will not be approached without the candidate’s permission) should be sent by email only to saidhbhe@rrarc.co.uk by 31st January 2025.

You must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restriction and be able to demonstrate this. Red River Archaeology is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. 

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.