Why join us?

Bringing together leading minds and practitioners in the sector, Wessex Archaeology is a trusted archaeology and heritage service provider and educational charity. From our network of international offices, we work in partnership with our clients to deliver sustainable solutions to manage the historic environment - above ground, below ground and underwater. We are committed to our social impact. This means using the knowledge and connections we make through our commercial activities as a catalyst to engage the communities in which we work.

Join us and you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to shaping a better future for our staff, the sector, and the world. As well as having knowledgeable and dedicated colleagues, you’ll have an opportunity to access a variety of fascinating and high-profile projects and develop your skills and knowledge along the way.

The role – what’s involved?

• This is a ‘hands on’ role, requiring the daily maintenance of our unique processing facility, ensuring it always remains operational.
• Provide a safe, well maintained, legally compliant and productive workplace for our staff, as well as delivering a range of business support services to help everyone work safely, effectively, and efficiently.
• Act as a key point of contact for all staff and key stakeholders, developing and maintaining good working relationships, and owning and resolving any issues
• To record and report all safety matters, acting when appropriate to ensure the continued safety of the building occupants

Main responsibilities will include:

• Preparing maintenance schedules and associated works, carrying out regular inspections of facilities to determine problems and proactively manage these, adhering to quality standards and building regulations.
• Onboarding and building sound working partnerships with key suppliers to keep the facility operational at all times.     
• Ensuring compliance and the highest standards in respect of all estates related statutory legislation, standards, and guidelines including COSHH, Pressure Systems, Refrigerant Controls, Legionella, Asbestos etc.
• Undertake such duties as may be required in terms of the Risk Management, Sustainability and Health and Safety legislation. Appropriate records should be taken of all site visits and works undertaken. Health and Safety matters and a daily events diary shall be kept.
• Contribute to the development of the maintenance budget and ensure compliance is accounted for. Monitor inventory of materials and equipment
• To complete room sets-ups and equipment/sample/artefact moves as required.
• To provide reception, concierge and security operations in a public-facing role when needed
• To undertake regular security and safety patrols and fire checks, covering any out of hours call outs.

Skills, Experience & Attributes

• Experience of working across a mixture of property types including offices, laboratories, warehouses, and a broad knowledge of the associated building mechanical and electrical systems is advantageous.
• A good understanding of FM’s role within Sustainability – monitoring, measuring, and reporting on all aspects of waste management, energy efficiency etc
• Knowledge and commitment to health and safety Code of Practice and associated legal requirements
• Understanding of budgeting and performance management
• Understanding and experience of applying Health and Safety considerations in work.
• Experienced in using Outlook email/Office 365/Teams
• Able and experienced in leading and working as part of a team.
• Ability to deal with concurrent tasks and to prioritise and deal with difficult situations, responding flexibly, whilst meeting demanding deadlines, working under pressure and in emergency situations.
• Professional approach to customer service and excellent communication skills
• A commitment to recognising, valuing, and celebrating diversity and to proactively advance equality and inclusive practices.

Desirable:

• Experience in a professional/scientific/technical business premises
• IOSH managing safely or equivalent
• Professional Certifications (e.g. NVQ or HVAC certified)
• First Aid certificate & Fire Marshall training

What can you look forward to?

Our focus is on creating a collaborative culture where people can thrive, develop and where safety and wellbeing come first. From anonymising candidate data in our recruitment process to continuous improvements in our benefits, we’re committed to creating a safe, fair, and inclusive working environment.

We offer:

• 22 days of annual leave per year plus bank holidays rising to 27 after 5 years of continuous service.
• Option to buy up to 5 days holiday per year.
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, Wessex Archaeology employer pension contribution 5%.
• Life assurance scheme of three times your basic salary.

Wellbeing and family-friendly benefits

• Our maternity, adoption and shared parental pay is 100% for 12 weeks, 90% for 21 weeks and 6 weeks statutory, day 1 eligibility.
• Enhanced paternity leave, up to 4 weeks from day 1.
• 5 days of carers leave.
• Paid sick leave from the start of a contract, with the number of days dependent on length of service.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements where applicable.
• Company Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free and confidential service in the form of counselling and assistance in areas such as health and stress.
• AIG SmartHealth – round-the-clock support for you and your family.

Sustainability and other benefits

• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Bike2Work scheme.
• 100% Professional membership costs reimbursed.
• High-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
• Free transport from regional offices to sites.
• Time in lieu or paid time for drivers.
• Subsistence allowance.

How to apply 

Interested in working with us? For all the details about how to apply visit Vacancies | Wessex Archaeology

Email your completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form by 5:00pm on Friday 8th November 2024 wa.applications@wessexarch.co.uk All applications will be acknowledged within 2 weeks of the closing date.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and aim to be supportive in our recruitment and employment practices. Please let us know if you need any special arrangements or adjustments in the application or interview process.

Successful candidates must have proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK by the start of their employment.