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Location

Slough, Berkshire | United Kingdom

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Job description

This is a Temporary , Full Time vacancy that will close in 4 days at 23:59 GMT .

The Vacancy

We are looking to recruit hard-working and enthusiastic Archaeologists to join our Stansted field team. MOLA has a policy of mentoring and training staff at all levels in order to develop individual capabilities and enhance career prospects, with opportunities for internal advancement and promotion, as well as developing specialist skills.

We have several exciting projects of all sizes, covering different types of archaeology, ongoing or due to start imminently. This role primarily involves excavating and recording archaeology of various periods on a range of site- and project-types, in line with MOLA procedures. Training may be provided to use a GPS to record archaeological features, and there may be opportunities to contribute to post-excavation processes as well.

The role will be contracted to the MOLA Stansted office, with work taking place on projects in Essex, Suffolk and further afield. Transport from the Stansted office to sites is provided with MOLA vehicles, and subsistence and accommodation costs are provided for away work in line with MOLA policy.

We have start dates available throughout January and Februaryoffers will be made to suitable candidates before the closing date, so early applications are advised! Contracts are initially for up to six months with the possibility for extension.

We are looking for people with:

• Experience of archaeological recording systems and fieldwork, especially on commercial projects;
• Good organisational, communication and teamwork skills;
• A valid CSCS card;
• A commitment to creating a safe, positive, and inclusive work environment;
• We are particularly interested in applications from archaeologists who would be willing to drive for MOLA.

If you would like more information regarding the opportunity or an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Head of Stansted, John Duffy ([email protected] ).

The Company

MOLA is an experienced and innovative archaeology practice. We have been providing independent, professional heritage advice and services for over 40 years across the UK and internationally on schemes both large and small. Our commercial services are designed to help our development, infrastructure and construction sector clients to meet their planning process requirements swiftly and expertly, with the certainty and value they need.

As an education charity our aim is to inspire people to be curious about their heritage. We are proud of our award-winning community engagement and education programmes , which are founded on partnership and participation. As an Independent Research Organisation , we set out to share the knowledge and information we generate with the widest audience possible for the benefit of society. The research we conduct as part of the planning and development process takes place alongside our own research framework . 

The Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

PPE provided

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