Oxford Archaeology
Field Project Supervisors - Oxford and Cambridge
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FIELD PROJECT SUPERVISORS (Permanent)
Required For Our Oxford And Cambridge Offices
Salary range £32,617 – £35,088 per annum
Oxford Archaeology is one of the largest independent archaeological practices in Europe. Our size and reputation ensure that we work on the most exciting and varied range of projects and can offer real opportunities for long term employment and career development. We are looking for experienced archaeologists to join our Oxford or Cambridge field teams at Supervisor level.
Due to a strong fieldwork programme, we are looking to recruit enthusiastic Field Project Supervisors to join our Oxford or Cambridge teams. Our fieldwork projects are based across the country and the ability to work away from home is essential. We are currently deploying staff to sites in Oxfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Essex, Suffolk and Kent. The ability to work away from home for extended periods is essential. Current and upcoming projects include major infrastructure and linear schemes, a nationally important prehistoric landscape, Bronze Age funerary monuments, and Iron Age and Romano-British settlements.
This is a great opportunity for experienced archaeologists looking for more responsibility to further their career and be part of a dynamic and passionate team.
Position Requirements
The role will mainly be field based, but some time may also be spent in the office.
Candidates should possess substantial experience in professional archaeological fieldwork within the UK or Irish commercial sectors, along with a strong comprehension of the archaeological context of these regions.
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Candidates will have experience of on-site responsibility for watching briefs, evaluations and small to medium excavations on a range of both home and away-based projects, reporting to a Project Manager. Candidates will also run areas of larger excavations, reporting to a Project Officer.
You will have a good understanding of the Health and Safety legislation relevant to the commercial environment.
Report writing experience is advantageous.
You should be a confident, energetic problem solver with strong communication skills.
Candidates will be able to supervise and assist with performance monitoring and training where appropriate, for Assistant Supervisors, Field Archaeologists and Graduate Trainees.
A full clean driving licence and the ability to drive OA company vehicles is essential.
A degree in archaeology or related discipline will be highly advantageous.
SSSTS qualification (or similar) will be advantageous.
Membership of CIfA and a current CSCS card is desirable.
Employee Benefits
- Competitive salary range £32,617 – £35,088 (appointments will be made based on demonstrated ability, previous experience and CIfA membership if appropriate).
- Generous annual leave starting at 24 days (depending on the role) with three additional concessionary days at Christmas plus Bank Holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
- A discretionary bonus scheme linked to OA's yearly financial performance.
- Structured training programmes, including Supervisor and Project Officer development pathways, placements, and opportunities for career progression.
- 100% of CIfA subscription fees.
- Free transport from regional office to sites.
- High-quality personal protective equipment (inc. Gore-tex waterproofs, fleeces and other specialist equipment).
- Subsistence payment (£23.50 per night) and free accommodation (B&B/self-catering) provided for away-based projects. Single occupancy accommodation is provided when working away from home.
- Overtime will be paid for additional hours worked including travelling time where you are the ‘responsible person’ or driver.
- Driver Payment Supplements at an additional £2.50 per hour over and above paid overtime where applicable.
- Enhanced paid breaks on site: 30-minute tea break and 40-minute lunch break.
- Comprehensive care for employee welfare through a number of policies, including: the AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Premier, generous paid sick leave, a network of mental health first aiders, and personal accident insurance.
- Childcare vouchers.
- Cycle to work scheme.
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Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2025
Oxford Archaeology is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications are judged on the relevant skills and experience of the candidate, and not by gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, belief, age, nationality (other than where work permits may be required), or ethnicity. You must meet the requirements to live and work in the UK by UK Visas and Immigration.
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