Salary: £28,168.50 – £34,751 depending on experience and level of expertise
Hours: Full time, 37.5h/week – we are open to discussion on flexible working including part-time hours
Locations: Headland Archaeology and RSK Group office locations where we have established heritage staff, for example Hereford, London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds, Silsoe, Helsby.
Contract Type: Permanent, subject to 6-month probation period
Closing Date: 5pm on 23rd of August 2024.
Headland Archaeology is offering an excellent opportunity for a heritage consultant to join our expanding team.
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.
The Headland Archaeology Consultancy Team prides itself on offering independent, excellent technical advice to clients and colleagues which is rooted in years of experience in the sector. We tell clients what they need to know, rather than what they want to hear.
The team works on a wide range of projects, from large scale energy and transport infrastructure to the remodelling of individual historic properties. Wherever development encounters the historic environment we are involved in understanding, assessing and shaping key decisions.
With offices in England and Scotland, we offer our employees:
- Unique knowledge and expertise. For more than 20 years, Headland has provided not only business-focused archaeology but also a people-focused business. We are highly respected within our industry for our achievements in innovation, tailor-made coaching and training, and our expertise in commercial archaeology.
- Strong pioneering spirit. Our corporate culture is characterised by a healthy appetite for originality and development.
- Stable company with excellent growth. Over the years, we have demonstrated steady, positive economic development and formed successful partnerships.
- Good work environment. You will be surrounded by colleagues who are pleasant, professional, and enthusiastic about their work. There are opportunities to develop and we welcome your contribution to extending and improving our services. Consultants at Headland benefit from working alongside skilled colleagues in post-excavation, geophysics and field work teams– we can call upon the expertise of c200 archaeologists.
- Opportunity to influence. You get to work in an open climate, close to decision makers and with the possibility of making a difference.
- Part of RSK group. As part of RSK you will be working in multi-disciplinary teams alongside experts from other disciplines. Your work is valued as part of a spectrum of specialist environmental and engineering services. You will have opportunities to become involved in nationally and internationally prominent projects with exciting prospects for career development. The group has c.12000 employees with 200+ leading companies.
The Role
We are looking to appoint an archaeological and/or built heritage consultant with experience in the preparation of technical documents supporting clients in addressing heritage constraints.
The appointee will have an understanding of the legislative and planning policy framework within which commercial archaeology is undertaken in the UK.
Applicants should have demonstrable experience of contributing to site reports, archaeological desk-based assessments, environmental impact assessments and/or built heritage statements and written schemes of investigation.
We are looking for a candidate (preferably one of the corporate grades of CIfA/IHBC membership) to liaise with clients, work with statutory consultees, assess impacts on the historic environment, oversee archaeological sub-contractors and prepare technical advice. The level of responsibility will reflect the successful applicant’s skills and experience. We provide training and opportunities to develop staff and to help facilitate colleagues’ growth into the role.
You will work on projects and with colleagues from across the RSK Group. Key responsibilities (which will be supported and supervised) will include:
- Baseline data collection (from archives, site walk-over survey etc)
- Contribute to or preparation of technical documents (risk appraisals, DBA, WSI, EIA chapters)
- Contribute to fee proposals for review with the support of senior colleagues
- Liaise with clients, consultees and oversee contractors
- Develop commercial awareness
- Help senior colleagues to manage project finances
- Manage their own time whilst working across several projects
You must have the following essential criteria:
- Have an understanding of the policy and legislative context for UK archaeological practice.
- A degree in archaeology or related subject
- Experience in archaeological consultancy or commercial field work (2+ years)
- Experience of report writing, preferably preparing DBAs and/or built heritage statements or evaluation reports
- Full driving licence and be able and willing to drive company vehicles in the UK
- Able and willing to carry out walk-over surveys in an outdoor environment in all weathers
- Willingness to travel to work on projects across the UK
- Be prepared to join CIfA
- An understanding of the health and safety requirements relevant to the role
- Good organisational & communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and use your own initiative
- Embrace inclusion and diversity
- Willingness to develop your people skills and attend mental health awareness courses
- Substantial knowledge of MS Office & written/spoken English language
- Be passionate, motivated and excited about what you do!
You may meet the following desirable criteria:
- CIfA membership at PCIfA or ACIfA level and/or Affiliate IHBC membership
- Be able to relate research themes in British archaeology to projects
- Substantial knowledge of a GIS package
- 5+ years’ experience in commercial archaeology
- Post graduate qualification
- Publication record
- EIA experience
Benefits we offer you:
- Competitive paid subsistence when applicable
- Paid accommodation when applicable
- Use of cutting edge technology on site, e.g. paperless systems, iPads etc.
- Ongoing regular training in various areas e.g. Health & Safety, Technical areas and Transferable skills
- Paid SSSTS card where is required
- Leadership and management training and workshops
- Time off in lieu for time worked above standard hours or overtime paid
- Annual profit discretionary bonus & performance-related bonus schemes
- Monthly clothing allowance
- 33 days annual leave, rising based on service length (including public holidays)
- Extra annual leave purchase scheme
- 5%-6% employer contribution to pension scheme
- Income Protection Policy, after a year with Headland
- Life Assurance Policy, insuring you 4 times your annual salary, after a year with Headland
- Regular performance, wellbeing & professional development check-ins
- Referral scheme with generous fee
- A support group of 30+ Mental Health First Aiders
- Regular offers through RSK Group (e.g. Tastecard, Gym membership discount, Holidays and Entertainment)
- Health support scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (advice on finance, mental health etc)
- Paid CIfA membership
- Cycle to work scheme
- Being part of RSK Group
How to apply
You must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to your commencement.
Send CV and covering letter to Human Resources at jobs@headlandarchaeology.com quoting reference ARCCON082024 and copied to andy.towle@headlandarchaeology.com Postal applications will not be accepted. Headland Archaeology reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before this point: please apply ASAP.
Informal enquiries concerning the role can be made to Andy Towle, Director (Consultancy)– tel: 07753895123.
Headland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.