Do you want the opportunity, support and encouragement to prepare reports for the excavations you work on?

This is an excellent opportunity, if you are looking to expand your knowledge in managing commercial archaeology, improve your skills and be part of a team who delivers high quality archaeological work.

Why Should You Apply?
We are a privately owned archaeological business, part of the RSK Group, a leader in integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services. We provide heritage services to the development and construction sectors in UK and across the world. With four offices in England and one in Scotland, we offer our employees:

We are looking to recruit dedicated, results-driven individuals, available to start immediately on a permanent basis. You will have at least three years’ experience in British commercial archaeology, or relevant European commercial experience.

Your work will primarily involve conducting a range of archaeological investigations, evaluations/excavations and supervising plant, as well as office-based research, analysis, and reporting. As part of the fieldwork team you will get involved in several large and exciting projects across the UK. We have interesting projects including medieval and Roman excavations, and IA/RB agricultural and industrial landscapes on linear schemes.

Working away and travelling to new places is a normal part of this role; therefore, willingness to travel around the UK is essential. When required you will be expected to work from your contracted office – getting to/from the office will be your responsibility.

Our most recent works, which include well preserved IA/RB and Saxon landscapes; medieval and Post-medieval industrial sites in eastern England; prehistoric landscapes on the southern chalklands; and industrial archaeology in Birmingham illustrate the wide range of projects we have been commissioned to deliver.

In Headland we are proud of our people. We will support you to meet your goals and train you in specific archaeological and other skills to feel confident and succeed in your role.

• Accomplished field archaeologist
• Experience in running archaeological projects
• Experience of the archaeological supervision of plant
• A demonstrable portfolio of reports
• Ability to work under pressure and use your own initiative
• Ability to carry out prolonged manual work in an outdoor environment in all weather
• Good organisational skills
• Experience in managing small to medium sized teams
• Embrace inclusion and diversity as a leader
• Willingness to develop your people skills and attend mental health awareness course
• Driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles in UK
• Substantial knowledge of MS Office & English language
• Willingness to work away from home

• CIfA membership
• Degree in Archaeology or related subject
• SHEQ accreditations (Asbestos Awareness, Cat & Genny, 4×4, Confined Spaces, Banksman, First Aid, SSSTS, CSCS card)

How to apply
To apply for this role, please click the Web/Apply button Project Officer | Headland Archaeology and submit your application through the Headland Archaeology Applicant Tracking System.

As part of our commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment, our Applicant Tracking System removes certain identifying information from applications during the initial screening stage. This allows hiring managers to focus on candidates’ skills, experience and suitability for the role, helping to reduce the potential for unconscious bias and ensuring a more objective recruitment process.

You must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to your commencement. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may fill existing vacancies before the closing date, so you are advised to submit your application as early as possible.