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PROJECT SPECIFIC EARLY CAREER ARCHAEOLOGISTS AND SITE ARCHAEOLOGISTS (FIXED TERM CONTRACTS)

AOC Archaeology Group
Lincolnshire, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
About The Role

Project Specific Early Career Archaeologists and Site Archaeologists: Lincolnshire (Fixed Term Contracts)

Salary – £27,206 to £28,292

About AOC

AOC is one of the leading, and fastest growing, heritage companies in the UK. With seven regional offices across the country, over the last five years we have seen our turnover and staff double in size. We are a CIfA Registered Organisation, with accreditations in ISO14001, ISO45001 and ISO9001.

AOC Archaeology is seeking enthusiastic Early Career Archaeologists and Site Assistants to join our team in delivering large-scale projects within Lincolnshire over the next 6 months.

These projects offer an exciting opportunity to investigate a significant archaeological landscape with the potential for extensive Roman and medieval settlement remains, alongside industrial archaeology associated with Lincolnshire’s historic salt-making industry.

Role

This role is ideal for graduates, individuals starting their archaeological career, or those with some fieldwork experience looking to develop their skills further.

Working As Part Of a Supportive Field Team, You Will Assist With The Delivery Of a Wide Range Of Archaeological Projects, Including:

  • Archaeological evaluation and excavation
  • Field recording and context documentation
  • Survey and site preparation
  • Finds recovery and processing
  • Environmental sampling
  • Health and safety compliance on site
  • Assisting with post-excavation tasks where appropriate

We encourage our team to grow and in this role you will work alongside experienced archaeologists and our Training Team who will provide mentoring, training and support to help develop your technical skills and professional career. AOC’s Job Aspiration Matrix provides a clear and transparent framework for career progression.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

  • Enthusiastic about archaeology and heritage
  • Keen to develop their fieldwork skills and archaeological knowledge
  • Reliable, professional and motivated
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team
  • Comfortable working outdoors in a range of conditions
  • Good communicators with a positive attitude
  • Educated to degree level in Archaeology or a related discipline (preferred)
  • Holders of a CSCS card (preferred)
  • Holders of a full UK driving licence (preferred)

Previous commercial archaeological fieldwork experience is welcome but not essential. Applications from recent graduates and those looking to begin a career in commercial archaeology are encouraged.

Benefits

  • Salary under constant review and always current with industry recommendations;
  • Ring-fenced annual bonus scheme;
  • Company pension scheme;
  • Training budget and time allowance to attend conferences;
  • Clear and transparent job progression using AOC’s bespoke Job Aspiration Matrix;
  • Employee Assistance Programmes;
  • Support for research;
  • Paid CIFA membership; CSCS card and SSSTS and SMSTS card where required;
  • Occupational Health programme;
  • Flexible working; and
  • TOIL and sickness benefits.

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Applying

Applications via CV and cover letter should be directed to yvonne.robertson@aocarchaeology.com We will be reviewing applications on receipt and if suitable candidates apply, we will be appointing immediately. The overall closing date for applications is 26th June. If you would like any further information on this post, please contact Yvonne for an informal discussion. Your enquiry will be treated in confidence.

Two references will be required. Referees will not be approached without the candidate’s permission.

AOC Archaeology Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Project Specific Early Career Archaeologists and Site Assistants : Lincolnshire (Fixed Term Contracts)

Salary – £27,206 to £28,292

Benefits

  • Salary under constant review and always current with industry recommendations;
  • Ring-fenced annual bonus scheme;
  • Company pension scheme;
  • Training budget and time allowance to attend conferences;
  • Clear and transparent job progression using AOC’s bespoke Job Aspiration Matrix;
  • Employee Assistance Programmes;
  • Support for research;
  • Paid CIFA membership; CSCS card and SSSTS and SMSTS card where required;
  • Occupational Health programme;
  • Flexible working; and
  • TOIL and sickness benefits.

________________________________________

________________________________________

Applying

Applications via CV and cover letter should be directed to yvonne.robertson@aocarchaeology.com We will be reviewing applications on receipt and if suitable candidates apply, we will be appointing immediately. The overall closing date for applications is 26th June. If you would like any further information on this post, please contact Yvonne for an informal discussion. Your enquiry will be treated in confidence.

Two references will be required. Referees will not be approached without the candidate’s permission.

AOC Archaeology Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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