Archaeological Geophysicist (Workshop Supervisor)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Bradford, Yorkshire
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£37,400 / year
CATEGORY
Science & Research
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SKILLS

Geophysics Surveying Team Supervision Fieldwork IT Electronics Facilities Management Staff Training

FULL DESCRIPTION

Archaeological Geophysicist (Workshop Supervisor)

About the role: Geophysicists (Workshop Supervisor) support the company’s technical operations and facilities management by working on, and supervising, associated projects and tasks. Activities may cover a broad range of IT, electronics, facilities, equipment maintenance and development, or other workshop-related tasks. Capacity for fieldwork should average 40-50% of the time, with an emphasis on non-standard projects or staff training and development, as necessary. Geophysicist (Workshop Supervisor) are responsible for ensuring their office-based and fieldwork activities hit or exceed targets and deadlines. In the field, they are responsible for leading the planning on survey strategies during fieldwork, including large, complex, and non-standard projects. Additionally, Geophysicist (Workshop Supervisor) will play a key role in staff development and training. This role will also entail line management and/or mentoring of junior staff.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years experience in the Heritage, Geology or Geophysics sectors.
  • Competent and experienced geophysical surveyor, with demonstrable experience of successfully supervising teams on site.
  • Full UK manual driving license
  • Willingness to work outdoors in all weathers & away from home
  • Self Motivated and Driven
  • Eligible to work in the UK without restriction

Additional to salary

  • Profit share bonuses
  • up to 8% employer matched pension contributions via salary sacrifice
  • Employee perks, including discounts at major retailers
  • Subsistence and accommodation provided for most surveys (depending on commuting distance from the office)

Annual Leave

  • 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Additional paid leave for Christmas to New Year closure
  • Additional annual leave days with length of service

Professional

  • Field & Office based training
  • Clear career progression within the Company
  • Paid site safety certifications i.e. CSCS and LANTRA
  • Paid professional accreditation i.e. CIfA
  • High quality PPE

Wellbeing

  • Mental health first aiders at all levels of the Company
  • Auto enrolment onto private medical insurance through AXA
  • Access to physiotherapists, chiropractors and other therapists
  • 24/7 Doctor appointments
  • Cash back for Dental & Optical
  • Access to 24/7 confidential EAP helpline
  • Mental Health cover included
  • up to 40% discount on Gym Membership
  • Newly renovated office
  • Office kitchen, including Free Breakfast & Beverages.
  • Travel between office & survey site included within working hours

Commute

  • Easy Access to public transport network
  • Discounted local train & bus fares
  • Option to obtain an EV vehicle through salary sacrifice scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Cheap, secure parking nearby
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