About The Role
Project Archaeologist
Barnard Castle, Co. Durham
About The Opportunity
Cura Terrae Land and Nature, formerly Ecus, is looking for suitable Project Archaeologist candidates to join the Archaeology team based in our Barnard Castle office in Co. Durham. You will be engaged in a range of site-based work across the North of England, working on both ‘home’ and ‘away’ jobs. Posts are available for immediate start.
We are seeking individuals who want to learn new skills and take on a variety of projects and types of work. In the first instance, we are looking to recruit for busy summer months working on projects in North Yorkshire, Cumbria and Co Durham. Thereafter, there is upcoming work in Northumberland, South Yorkshire and Scotland. Following the award of future projects there may be opportunities for contract extensions, for working with colleagues from other regional offices, and to gain a range of office- as well as site-based skills.
We are actively looking for Project Archaeologists who possess real enthusiasm for their work. We are happy to hear from candidates with a range of relevant experience and welcome applications from those early in their career, as well as those looking to move up to Supervisor roles. Applicants based in northern England, or willing to move, and possessing a clean driver’s licence are preferred.
With a generous healthcare scheme, £500 refer a friend scheme, a starting point of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and 100% payment of professional membership fees, our employee benefits are among the best in the industry.
Project Archaeologist Role Responsibilities
* Provide support to the project lead in the delivery of archaeological projects to professional standards.
* Be competent in basic hand excavation and recording techniques, with supervision and ongoing skills training provided.
* Work safely in accordance with Company Health & Safety requirements.
* Improve and develop skillsets and expertise, engaging with guidance and training to maintain personal and professional development.
* Represent the Company in a professional and positive manner.
Additional Duties
* Work at distance from designated office (away work) as required.
* Carry out all and any other such duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility for this role.
* Maintain a full UK driving licence (preferred).
* Contribute to and support positive morale within teams.
* Maintain accreditation at Practitioner level or above in the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (PCIfA) (preferred but not essential).
Who is Cura Terrae?
Founded as Ecus in Sheffield some 35 years ago, Cura Terrae’s Land and Nature division has been at the forefront of the environmental sector, evolving alongside society’s changing environmental needs. Our Sheffield headquarters are complemented by offices across the UK, enabling us to deliver comprehensive services nationwide.
Our team’s depth of expertise and the collaboration between disciplines allow us to provide excellent benefits to clients and the wider community. As a medium-sized company, we maintain a balance between flexibility and a personal touch, enabling us to effectively manage projects of all sizes.
Working for us
Cura Terrae is officially a Great Place to Work certified company. Our culture is driven by our strength in teamwork and professionalism. We promote integrity and treat people with respect. We support each other and embrace diversity to create a place where people from every background can come together and do great things. We invest in our people and support professional development and are committed to supporting our people with their health and wellbeing.
We provide a supportive friendly working environment, and we are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you’re driven to make a difference and looking for a rewarding career, we’d love to hear from you.
How To Apply
To apply, please complete the applicationhere:
https://hr.moorepay.co.uk/hr/recruitment/application/854d0b2c4b845da9f08c85572cf9e665/46210
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have any questions, contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@cura-terrae.com
* STRICTLY NO AGENCIES-
We do not accept CVs from third parties/agencies, and any applications received will be treated as the property of Cura Terrae. We will not be liable for any fees related to unsolicited CVs received.
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