Fieldwork Technicians

Why join us?

Bringing together leading minds and practitioners in the sector, Wessex Archaeology is a trusted archaeology and heritage service provider and educational charity. From our network of international offices, we work in partnership with our clients to deliver sustainable solutions to manage the historic environment - above ground, below ground and underwater. We are committed to our social impact. This means using the knowledge and connections we make through our commercial activities as a catalyst to engage the communities in which we work.

Join us and you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to shaping a better future for our staff, the sector and the world. As well as having knowledgeable and dedicated colleagues, you’ll have a chance to be part of a variety of exciting projects in the North of England offering an opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and experience working on complex and high-profile archaeological projects. 

The role – what’s involved?

With a degree or other qualification (such as Apprenticeship, NVQ or CIfA recognised training scheme completion) in archaeology or a related subject, you’ll have a keen interest in British Archaeology. You’ll be responsible for excavating and recording archaeological features and deposits to the appropriate standard. Comfortable taking direction from a supervising archaeologist, you’ll have excellent communication skills and be able to manage your time so you can meet deadlines.

Willing to work outdoors for prolonged periods in all kinds of weather conditions, you’ll enjoy working as part of a team as well as being self-motivated. For those new to archaeology, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in fieldwork archaeology. If you have more experience this is an opportunity to develop your expertise working as part of an organisation that can provide access to some of the most interesting sites in the UK. You will also need the ability to work away from home during the week at times too.

Main responsibilities:

• Developing skills in identifying, investigating, excavating, recording and interpreting archaeological features and deposits.  
• Being committed to and following health, safety and wellbeing methodologies and policies on site.  
• Working collaboratively with the archaeological team
• Self-checking of initial site data.  
• Ensuring work is completed to deadline and of a high standard. 

What can you look forward to?

Our focus is on creating a collaborative culture where people can thrive, develop and where safety and wellbeing come first. From anonymising candidate data in our recruitment process to continuous improvements in our benefits, we’re committed to creating a safe, fair and inclusive working environment.

We offer:

Full details of our benefits package are available on our website. 

How to apply

Interested in working with us? For all the details about how to apply visit Vacancies | Wessex Archaeology

Email your completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form by 21 March 2025 to wa.applications@wessexarch.co.uk. All applications will be acknowledged within 2 weeks of the closing date. If you have questions about the role, then please contact wa.applications@wessexarch.co.uk

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and aim to be supportive in our recruitment and employment practices. Please let us know if you need any special arrangements or adjustments in the application or interview process.

Successful candidates must have proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK by the start of their employment.