Environmental Laboratory Supervisor

Why join us?

Bringing together leading minds and practitioners in the sector, Wessex Archaeology a trusted archaeology and heritage service provider and educational charity. From our network of international offices, we work in partnership with our clients to deliver sustainable solutions to manage the historic environment - above ground, below ground and underwater. We are committed to our social impact. This means using the knowledge and connections we make through our commercial activities as a catalyst to engage the communities in which we work.

Join us and you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to shaping a better future for our staff, the sector and the world. As well as having knowledgeable and dedicated colleagues, you’ll have an opportunity to access a variety of fascinating high-profile projects and develop your skills and knowledge along the way.

The role – what’s involved?

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic professional for the role of Environmental Laboratory Supervisor to join our Environmental team, to help lead and oversee the environmental processing at our new premises.

You will be supervising those working in and around the environmental laboratory and assist with the processing of palaeoenvironmental soil samples. This opportunity would offer the chance to work on some of the most exciting archaeological projects in the country, including large-scale infrastructure projects.

The role comprises (but is not limited to) the supervision of other members of staff and ensuring that the right methodologies are adhered to. You will be responsible for the timely delivery of the environmental processing output and assist with the wet and dry processing of environmental soil samples for the retrieval of macrofossils, archaeological artefacts and human remains. You will use your organisational skills to keep accurate records and will be required to liaise with other members of the Wessex Archaeology team to ensure an efficient workflow. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the environmental laboratories, and contribute to a positive, safe, and inclusive work environment. The successful candidate would be an organized individual, capable of working independently and as part of the team.

This role would involve repetitive manual tasks and demand daily manual handling. Working indoors and outdoors would both be required. The role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Supervising other members of staff
• Organising workload for the environmental processing team
• Ensuring the correct methods are adhered to and ensuring all processing work is of a high standard
• Overseeing maintenance of the environmental processing equipment in liaison with other stakeholders
• Processing environmental soil samples
• Accurate record keeping relating to processing workload
• Assisting with logistical tasks

Essential certification 

• Experience in environmental processing and/or post-excavation work

What can you look forward to?

Our focus is on creating a collaborative culture where people can thrive, develop and where safety and wellbeing come first. From anonymising candidate data in our recruitment process to continuous improvements in our benefits, we’re committed to creating a safe, fair and inclusive working environment.

We offer:

Full details of our benefits package are available on our website.

How to apply 

Interested in working with us? For all the details about how to apply visit Vacancies | Wessex Archaeology

Email your completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form by 12:00 on 06/05/2024 wa.applications@wessexarch.co.uk All applications will be acknowledged within 2 weeks of the closing date. Interviews will be held in May 2024. If you have questions about the role, then please contact Sander Aerts via s.aerts@wessexarch.co.uk 

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and aim to be supportive in our recruitment and employment practices. Please let us know if you need any special arrangements or adjustments in the application or interview process.

Successful candidates must have proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK by the start of their employment.