Archives Officer (Logistics)

Salary: £32,488 - £35,535 per annum based upon a 37.5 hour work week + generous benefits package

Hours: Full time, 37.5h/week – we are open to discussion on flexible working

Locations: based at our Silsoe office (much of the role is office-based although there may be options for some home working)

Contract Type: permanent, subject to six-month probation

Closing Date: Sunday July 6th at 23:59

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 five offices in England and one in Scotland, we offer our employees:

Unique knowledge and expertise. For more than 30 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.17000 employees and c.200 environmentally lead companies.

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

We combine an in-depth understanding of archaeology with practical experience of major construction projects to keep you ahead of the game.  Our proactive, friendly approach leaves no stone unturned when it comes to accurate estimating, minimised risk and effective national resourcing.

From fast-track rail projects and wind farm construction through to housing developments and off-shore cable-laying, we deliver against your critical path and your heritage responsibilities.

We were founded in 1996 and now cover the whole of the UK from four regional offices located in Silsoe, Hereford, Cleckheaton and Edinburgh.  Many of our contracts are valued at £1m-£5m and we regularly act as Principal Contractor.

We are a Registered Organisation of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists.  More importantly, though we study the past, we are a forward-looking and innovative business, keen to help our clients stay ahead of the game.

Due to an expanding workload, Headland Archaeology is seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic archaeological archives officer to join our post-excavation team.

The job will primarily involve co-ordinating the logistics for the physical and digital archives of the company, including any archival work and the resources required to complete assigned tasks. In addition to co-ordinating the work of others, the successful candidate may be expected to undertake the preparation of physical and digital archives to internal standards and the requirements of the relevant receiving bodies, to liaise with the receiving bodies and deposit archives, to maintain Headland’s internal archives in a well-ordered state, and to train and supervise others.

This role has a focus on logistics and co-ordination and as such candidates should have demonstrable skills in these areas, as well as knowledge of British archaeology. They should have the ability to manage teams and budgets, as this role may involve line management of their own staff. A substantial track record in preparing and depositing archaeological archives in the UK would be beneficial, although candidates with a smaller amount of experience here are also encouraged to apply if their experience with logistics and co-ordination and other post-excavation work is extensive and the skills transferrable.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop their own knowledge and skills and keep abreast of developments and innovations in the field, but encouragement and support will also be given to aid their development and broaden their skill and knowledge. After relevant training and onboarding, this individual will be largely in charge of their own work programme, so initiative and problem-solving abilities are also key.

Benefits we offer you: