Project Officers, Supervisors, Archaeologists and Trainees

John Moore Heritage Services is currently seeking experienced Project Officers, Supervisors, Archaeologists and Trainees with immediate start. Early applications are advised as offers will be made to suitable candidates before the closing date. 

The successful candidates will have the benefit of working with a small and friendly team, with ample opportunity for career progression and diversification. JMHS encourages and supports staff in their ongoing professional development and welcomes candidates who are looking to progress in their career. Equally we provide support and training for those just starting out in archaeology.

Project Officer £ 30,918.00 pa

Applicants must have at least 6 months commercial experience at that level. Substantial experience in report writing for various scales of archaeological projects is essential. Candidates with less experience will be considered for Trainee Project Officer positions. The posts are permanent (subject to 6 month probation).

The successful candidate will be required to undertake fieldwork projects and subsequent report writing. An ability to carry out digital illustration and familiarity with GPS survey equipment would be advantageous.

Project Supervisor £28,016.40 pa

Applicants must have at least 6 months commercial experience at that level. Candidates with less experience will be considered for Trainee Project Supervisor positions. The posts are permanent (subject to 6 month probation).

The successful candidates will be required to assist in the completion of fieldwork projects and subsequent post-excavation tasks. An ability to carry out digital illustration would be advantageous.

Archaeologist £24,684.00 pa

The successful candidates will be required to assist in the completion of fieldwork projects and subsequent post-excavation tasks. Opportunities to cross skill (particularly survey) will be available. Contracts of at least 6 months duration will be initially offered.

Trainee £22,068.08 pa

Trainee positions are available for those with less experience. Training would last for a minimum of 12 weeks as defined in the CIfA approved JMHS Training Scheme.

All posts are based at the Wheatley head office, with projects in Oxfordshire as well as across southern England. Accommodation provided on all away jobs, subsistence paid and travel time remunerated.

Benefits include:

• Financial support for relocation for Supervisor and Project Officer roles
• Paid travel time when applicable, with additional payments for drivers carrying passengers
• Time Off in Lieu for time worked above standard hours
• Up to £300 per year bonus towards own transport expenses
• Flexible work hours where applicable
• Option to work from home where applicable
• H&S training
• GPS & survey training, with option for training in additional specialist geomatics skills
• Training budget and time allowance to attend conferences
• 28 days annual leave, rising based on service length
• 20 days company sick pay pro rata
• Company pension scheme following 3 months qualifying period
• 50% Professional membership reimbursement
• Personal protective clothing

Full job descriptions can be found on JMHS’s website (https://www.jmheritageservices.co.uk/jobs).

All applicants must be CSCS carded. For those without such, advice will be given. A valid Driving Licence with own transport is essential for all positions. Preferably applicants will be members of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists.

Applications by CV to admin@jmheritageservices.co.uk. We will endeavour to inform all applicants of the outcome of their application, although if you do not hear back within 4 weeks please assume that you have been unsuccessful. 

Applicants must be a British citizen or have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to any offer of employment.

John Moore Heritage Services 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, ethnicity, or subculture.