Job Description

Border Archaeology is a leading Contractor and Consultancy supplying Archaeological and Built Heritage Services across the UK.

We are always on the lookout for talented individuals with potential for fast-track career development for which speculative CVs are always welcome.

Over 25 years established with an experienced team of recognised experts, we offer a challenging and rewarding commercial environment with unrivalled mentoring and career development.

You will receive a competitive salary that meets or exceeds CIfA expectations.

When we find the right people, we work hard to create opportunities

Trainee Field Archaeologists

Based at Milton Keynes

24,400

Full-time - Permanent

Please be advised that you must hold the right to work and live in the UK in order to apply for this job.

We have opportunities for Trainee Field Archaeologists seeking to develop their career. This role will be based at out of our Milton Keynes office but will be working away on a regular basis, accommodation is provided for away work. You will follow the Border Training Programme, progressing to Field Archaeologist.

The projects from our Milton Keynes office vary greatly, we regularly undertake smaller projects, in both urban and rural areas. Providing our staff with experience of all facets of Commercial Archaeology and greater autonomy and responsibility. These jobs compliment the back bone of open excavation work where you can hone and develop your skills

Essential Criteria:

Ability to work to standards and deadlines

IT literate

Driving License

Archaeology (or related) degree (preferably post-graduate)

The right to work in the UK

We're a bit different.

We are passionate about our business, passionate about our archaeology and passionate about you.

We believe in academic rigour, astute business acumen and a "can do" attitude in our pursuit of customer satisfaction and professional excellence.

It's all about opportunity. But it's not all about hard work.

Our commitment and respect for our archaeologists engenders team spirit across our sites.

Our staff are motivated, dedicated, proactive and passionate team members.

Join us!

Border Benefits

28 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays)

Company Sick Pay*

Fast track career progression for talented individuals

Training provided throughout employment

High quality PPE & company branded clothing

Health & safety training

Paid CSCS test & card*

Nationally recognised First Aid certificate*

Paid CIfA membership*

Access to company vehicle on
away work*

Single occupancy, quality accommodation
when working away

Working away subsistence allowance plus overnight payment

Company Pension contributions

Assistance towards CPD

Regular performance reviews

Cash health plan*

Employee assist programme*

*Subject to qualifying criteria

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 24,400.00 per year

Schedule:

Day shift
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road