Foundations Archaeology is an independent commercial unit based in Swindon, which operates country-wide. It is a well-established, small company, which has been trading for over 30 years. Due to a successful year and with a strong ongoing program of fieldwork, we are looking for motivated, dedicated individuals to join our team. The work will be based out of the Swindon office, but will involve stay-away projects across the UK, as required, for which accommodation; subsistence and mileage (where applicable) will be paid.
Foundations Archaeology is a Registered Organisation for CIfA
Benefits also include:
- 20 days paid holiday in addition to all annual bank holidays, (upon 1 years’ service, you will be entitled to an additional day’s annual leave per leave year up to a maximum of 5 additional days)
- employer contribution to company pension scheme.
- Single, private rooms in provided good quality accommodation as well as generous subsistence (up to £25/night) on stay-away projects.
- Free transport available from office to all sites.
- All PPE provided free.
- We will also pay for all CIfA subscription fees during your time with us.
- 100% remuneration for time spent on mandatory training,
- We also fund regular social gatherings.
Skills required:
- Full UK manual driving licence, clean.
- Minimum 6 months experience of fieldwork.
- Membership of CIfA desirable.
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PCIfA or equivalent preferred.
Personal Skills:
Enthusiastic, ethical, hard-working and flexible, as well as being able to use initiative. The successful candidate will be required to work effectively as a team player as well as independently and must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Application: Covering letter and c.v. with two references. Email to admin@foundations.co.uk
