The Vacancy
ADAS, part of the RSK Group, are looking to appoint a Project Archaeologist based out of their Derby office and with regular travel to various sites when required. This role is a full time, permanent appointment.
ADAS is a growing business within the RSK Group, which is one of Europe's leading multidisciplinary environmental consultancies, and our Archaeology and Historic Building business comprises a highly skilled team focused on providing historic environment advice and consultancy throughout the planning process from pre-land acquisition to the discharge of planning conditions.
Requirements:
* Previous professional experience working in commercial archaeological fieldwork.
* Proven high ability in archaeological recording techniques and accurate record keeping.
* Experience in preparation of Health and Safety site documentation, WSIs and grey literature mitigation reports.
* Proven ability of archaeological supervision of plant.
* Ability to carry out manual work in an outdoor environment in all weathers.
* Full clean UK driving licence.
* Degree level education or higher in a relevant subject.
Desirable:
* Working knowledge of DGPS surveying techniques.
* PCIfA accreditation or higher grade with the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists.
* Safety accreditation (e.g. CAT and Genny Training; SSSTS; off-road driving).
Responsibilities:
* Carrying out archaeological watching briefs and monitoring of ground investigation works, trial trenching evaluations and strip, map and sample excavations to a high standard.
* Assisting with geoarchaeological fieldwork under the supervision of our geoarchaeologist.
* Producing Written Schemes of Investigations (WSIs), archaeological fieldwork reports and project archives for small-scale projects in accordance with relevant legislation, planning policy and CIfA Standards and guidance.
* To ensure that health, safety and wellbeing methodologies, documentation and policies are prepared, understood and followed by the on-site archaeological team to ensure a safe working environment.
* Working with the in-house archaeological consultants and other staff on site to produce Risk Assessments and site audits.
* Ensuring that work is completed to the required legislative standard, delivered on time, meets project profit targets, and is delivered to the Client's satisfaction and of a high archaeological standard.
Salary and Benefits:
* Salary dependent on relevant experience and in line with CIfA salary recommendations.
* Pension contribution.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Flexible benefits.
RSK is an equal opportunities employer.
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