Title: Project Officer (Fieldwork) 

Salary: £32,332 – £39,434 per annum (dependant on experience)

Location: Nottingham*

Hours of Work: 37 hours per week

Permanent 

 *travel to sites across the UK will be required 

York Archaeology delivers commercial archaeological services as part of York Archaeology (YA) from offices in 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 Project Officers based at our Nottingham Office to implement agreed programmes of fieldwork within strict time and budgetary constraints. Reporting to a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the leadership of small to large field teams and the coordination of post excavation/reporting tasks, commensurate with your experience. For the right candidate, project management training leading to progression can be provided. Permanent contracts are offered subject to satisfactory completion of a 3-month probation period.  Applicants will be expected to work locally within the region and farther afield; accommodation, transport and subsistence funds will be provided.    

Essential criteria:

• A degree in archaeology or related discipline and an appropriate level of demonstrable experience

• In-depth understanding and experience working within British commercial archaeology, including within large infrastructure schemes 

• A driving licence and a willingness to drive project and team vehicles (including welfare vans) 

• Experience coordinating site safety logistics, including plant, and overseeing medium to large teams across a varied portfolio of site types

• Minimum level of in-date H&S training, including SSSTS/SMSTS and First Aid or a willingness to undertake the training

• Experience in technical report writing at a commercial level (i.e. WSIs and grey literature), or a willingness to learn the same 

Desirable criteria: 

• CIfA membership would be advantageous but not essential 

If you would like to become part of a forward-looking, professional and friendly team then we’d love to hear from you. Please ensure you have fully read the Job Description and Person Specification before applying. 

For an informal discussion please email Vicky Owen (Senior Project Manager, Operations) at vowen@yorkat.co.uk 

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

Closing Date: 29th 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

• Project Officer.pdf