Project Officer Field Services

Heneb - the Trust for Welsh Archaeology; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An archaeological trust in Wales seeks an experienced Project Officer to manage fieldwork and supervise teams in South Wales. The ideal candidate will have a degree in archaeology, commercial experience, and strong project management skills. Responsibilities include overseeing archaeological projects, ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols, and engaging with local communities. The role is permanent full-time with a competitive salary and benefits including pension and training opportunities.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Training & development budget

Flexible working hours

Accommodation provided when travelling

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience supervising archaeological fieldwork.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise archaeological fieldwork across projects.
• Contribute to project designs and risk assessments.
• Conduct post-fieldwork analysis and reporting.

Skills

Commercial archaeology experience

Report writing

Health & Safety knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Public engagement

Welsh language ability

Education

Degree in archaeology or related discipline

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Project Officer to join our growing Field Services Team inSouth Wales. This role will work closely with our management team, to supervise and coordinate our fieldwork across the south of Wales.

Job Title: Project Officer
Location: St Fagans(and hybrid)
Contract Type: Permanent–Full-time(37hrs per week)
Salary: [SP14-19]£31,992 – £36,196per annum

Reporting to: Field Services –Senior Manager (SouthWales)

RoleSummary

The Project Officer will support the delivery ofHeneb’sarchaeological services in South Wales and will report to our Senior Manager (South Wales). The post holder will have responsibility for small to medium sized projects, at times supervising a team of archaeologists, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high professional standard. This role is suited to an experienced archaeologist with occasional responsibility for managing projects, while continuing to contribute directly to fieldwork and reporting.

AboutHeneb– The Trust for Welsh Archaeology

Henebis a leading provider of archaeological and heritage services across Wales. Formed in 2024 through the merger of the four Welsh Archaeological Trusts,Henebcombines over five decades ofexpertisein archaeology and heritage management.As a charity we directly reinvest any profits back into the communities of Wales.

With regional offices throughout Wales,Henebemploys a dedicated team of professionals committed to the protection, investigation, and understanding of the nation’s historic environment. Our regional knowledge, combined with a commitment to excellence and innovation, ensures that we deliver high-quality, responsive services tailored to the unique needs of each project.

We offer a comprehensive range of archaeological and consultancy services to support development in both the public and private sectors.

Main Duties

• Supervise and coordinate archaeological fieldwork, ensuring projects are delivered to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Contribute to the preparation of project designs, risk assessments, and method statements as required by the Project Manager.
• Undertake archaeological fieldwork, including excavations, evaluations, watching briefs, survey work and building recording.
• Contribute to desk-based assessments and other technical documents.
• Undertake post-fieldwork analysis,reportingand publication to a professional standard.
• Contribute to the dissemination of project results through publications, talks, or public engagement activities as required by the Project Manager.
• Ensure that all work meetsHeneb’squality standards and professional guidelines.
• Take responsibility for on-site Health & Safety, ensuring safe systems of work are in place and adhered to.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, curatorialarchaeologistsand stakeholders,representingHenebprofessionally.
• Carry out other duties as required by theSenior Manager (South Wales).
• Degree or equivalent in archaeology or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in commercial archaeology, including supervising archaeological fieldwork including excavation, survey work and building recording.
• Experience of report writing to a professional standard.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage time and resources effectively.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements in archaeological fieldwork.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good understanding of British archaeology and professional standards (e.g.CIfA).
• Associateof the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (or working towards it).
• Knowledge of archaeology in Wales, relevant legislation, and heritage frameworks.
• Experience of liaising with clients, contractors, and curatorial archaeologists.
• Evidence of contributing to publications, talks, or wider dissemination of archaeological results.
• Health and safety and First-Aid certification.
• Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh.

Core Competencies Required

• Project Delivery:Deliver projects to agreed scope, time, cost, and quality.
• Communication:Communicate clearly and effectively with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
• Problem Solving:Identifyand resolve issues as they arise in the field and during reporting.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with colleagues across the organisation and external partners.
• Professional Expertise: Apply archaeological skills and knowledge to all aspects of work.
• Continuous Improvement: Support innovation, learning, and the development of best practice.
• Annual Leave:38 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays).
• Salary:Competitive, based on ability and experience.
• Pension Scheme:Pension scheme included.
• Accommodation & Subsistence: Provided when working away from home.
• Millage policy– for all work conducted away from your office base.
• Community Archaeology:work on our wide-ranging community archaeology projects.
• Training & Development:Access to specific training budgetsand allowances.
• Flexible working:Weoperatea Flexitime andTime-Off-In-Lieu (TOIL)policy.

Additional Information

This rolerequiresoccasionalaway work.

This role requires frequent travel in and aroundSouth Wales, with occasional travel to other parts of Wales.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role [e-mail] 1st ofApril2026.

Henebis committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.Henebis also committed to compliance with all fair employment practicesregardingcitizenship and immigration status.

If your skillsdon’tfully match our criteria but you still feel thatyou’rea good match forour team,pleaseget in touchwithFran Murphy [e-mail] for aninformal discussion.

Details

• Closing Date April 1, 2026