Salary £35,979.88 – £37,576.26 depending on experience
Hours: Full time, 37.5h/week
Locations: based at our Yorkshire & North (Cleckheaton) office
Contract Type: Permanent (with 6 month probationary period)
Closing Date: 5pm on 20th September 2024.
Due to a large volume of work the geophysical survey team at Headland are looking to recruit additional staff. You will be joining a team of experienced geophysicists with over 60 years combined experience.
Do you ever wonder how archaeological sites are located and identified in the first place? Do you want to be at the forefront of the development of geophysical survey techniques in the commercial field? Do you want to join a large team with a range of experience working on nationally important and interesting projects throughout the United Kingdom and the EU?
If so and have what it takes, are keen to develop and expand your knowledge and skills in archaeological geophysics, we have an excellent training programme where you will be part of a team who delivers high quality geophysical surveys to a range of clients.
The post also offers you structured mandatory training to either develop you or enhance your existing skills using the latest equipment and technology.
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:
- Unique knowledge and expertise. For more than 27 years, Headland has provided not only business-focused archaeology but also people-focused business. We are highly respected within our industry for our achievements in innovation, tailor-made development 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.
- 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. You will have further opportunities to become involved in nationally and internationally prominent projects with exciting prospects for career development. The group has c.12000 employees and c.200 environmentally lead companies.
The Role
We are looking for candidates who are self driven with a positive outlook and excellent understanding of archaeological geophysics and British archaeology. You will be very experienced in running geophysical surveys and capable of overseeing a number of projects in the field and in the processing and reporting phases at the same time. You will be a good team worker who can promote new ideas and new ways of working and motivate your teams to deliver projects to programme and to budget.
Main Responsibilities
- Assisting Project Managers in the organisation of survey teams and help run small and large-scale projects.
- The production of high quality geophysical survey reports.
- Providing training and editing reports.
- Quality control, processing and interpretation of geophysical data.
- Occasional fieldwork completing geophysical surveys (magnetometer, electromagnetic, earth resistance and GPR).
- Providing input to the project management team in the preparation of tenders.
- To advise clients and to support colleagues as projects progress.
As a commercial company there is plenty of scope to utilise existing skills, discover new ones and develop your strengths. You will encounter numerous opportunities for personal development and promotion and RSK provides a wealth of opportunity to broaden the range and nature of the experience enjoyed by our staff.
You must have the following essential criteria:
- A minimum of 5 years experience in British commercial archaeological geophysics
- A desire to lead, develop and learn
- A thorough understanding of the theoretical background underpinning the commonest archaeological geophysical techniques
- A sound knowledge of the principles of operation of the most frequently used geophysical survey equipment
- Experience of sole responsibility for geophysical survey projects of significant scale including survey logistics, data quality control, post-processing and reporting.
- An ability to support managers in their duties and assist with overseeing projects, producing paperwork and providing input to tenders
- Experience and understanding of all current UK guidance and standards for geophysical survey
- An understanding of UK commercial archaeology, planning legislation and the role of geophysics in the planning process
- A full clean UK driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles
- A willingness to travel, work on projects across the UK and when required stay on site and/or occasionally work weekends on geographically distant projects
- Degree level education or higher in a relevant subject
- A demonstrable portfolio of reports
- Excellent organisational skills
- Experience in the use of commercially available survey processing and graphics packages such as QGIS
- Ability to use own initiative to achieve targets
A publication track-record, SSSTS/SMSTS and CIfA membership are desirable criteria.
Benefits we offer you:
- Competitive paid subsistence when applicable
- Paid accommodation when applicable
- Hybrid and flexible working.
- Use of cutting-edge technology on site, e.g. paperless systems, iPads, cart-based Magnetometers etc.
- Ongoing regular training in various areas e.g. Health & Safety, Technical areas and Transferable skills
- Time off in lieu for time worked above standard hours or overtime paid
- Annual profit discretionary bonus & performance-related bonus schemes
- Monthly clothing allowance
- 28 days annual leave, rising based on service length
- 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 jobs@headlandarchaeology.com quoting SARCHG0824 Postal applications will not be accepted. Informal inquiries concerning the role can be made to Sam Harrison (sam.harrison@headlandarchaeology.com). 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.
Headland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.