Title: SHEQ* Compliance Assistant (Fieldwork)

*Safety, Health, Environment and Quality 

Location: Nottingham 

Contract: Permanent 

Salary: £32,332 –£ 34,992 per annum, (pro rata £19,661-£21,279)

Hours of Work: 22.5 per week

York Archaeology delivers commercial archaeological services from offices at York, Sheffield and Nottingham.  The organisation provides world famous heritage attractions with excavation, survey, consultancy, expert conservation services, research and an unmatched commitment to dissemination, engagement and public benefit.

We require a part-time SHEQ Compliance Assistant to work alongside the YA Nottingham & Sheffield, and when required, York, fieldwork teams to ensure that best practice is followed at all times across our fieldwork portfolio. Permanent contracts are on offer following the successful completion of a 3-month probation period. The post will be based at our Nottingham office, but travel to our Sheffield and York offices will be required. Travel to fieldwork sites across the UK will also be required on a regular basis. A full job description accompanies this advert. 

Essential criteria:

• A degree in archaeology or construction-related discipline and an appropriate level of demonstrable archaeological fieldwork or construction-related SHEQ experience 

• A full, UK driving licence

• NEBOSH General Certificate

• First Aid at Work certificate 

• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification would be advantageous, but not essential; training can be provided for the right candidate  

Desirable criteria:

• CIfA and IOSH membership 

• ISO-compliant auditing qualification 

Please ensure you have fully read the Job Description and Person Specification before applying. 

For an informal discussion please contact Nick Jackson (SHEQ Co-ordinator) on 07435948408 or njackson@york.co.uk.

Successful candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing Date: 16th October 2026*

*If suitable candidates are identified prior to the above closing date then the application process may be closed

York Archaeology is committed to being an inclusive employer and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and flexible working options at any stage of the recruitment process.

• 24 days paid annual leave, rising to 29 days annual leave after five years’ employment, plus bank holidays
• Option to buy back up to 15 additional holidays each year
• Commuting season ticket loans
• Loans to purchase bikes to cycle to work
• Death in Service benefit of twice annual salary for permanent staff
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after two years’ employment
• 100% Professional membership reimbursement (e.g. CIfA)
• Free eye tests for computer users and £50 reimbursement towards the cost of prescribed glasses
• Professional independent Occupational Health support for appropriate referrals
• Access to a free independent and confidential counselling service
• Free admission for staff plus family and friends to our visitor attractions including JORVIK Viking Centre
• 25% discount on merchandise at our attractions
• Discounts to York Archaeology events where applicable
• Travel and subsistence arrangements for staff working away
• Uniform or Personal Protective Equipment for relevant roles
• Company pension scheme where the organisation pays 5.25% and employees pay 3.5% of total earnings

• SHEQ Assistant (Nott&Sheff).pdf