About the job

Overview / Responsibilities

In preparation for the upcoming field season, Wood’s Archaeology and Cultural Heritage group is seeking a Junior Archaeologist or Field Director for our Tumbler Ridge office. The available position is seasonal, with the possibility of full-time permanent employment for selected applicants.

We offer an excellent compensation package with benefits, extensive safety training, and opportunities for diverse experiences and professional development. Required training, professional memberships, equipment, supplies, and travel are covered by the company.

Wages and benefits dependent on experience. Preference will be given to those with Field Director status in the Subarctic-Boreal Forest Culture Region.

Participation in fieldwork will be the primary duty of the successful applicant and will include:

• Survey and archaeological potential assessment primarily in remote wilderness settings
• Subsurface testing and site excavation
• Note taking and assisting in the recording of archaeological and traditional use sites
• Post-field reporting and data management
• Assist in project planning and preparation, including mobilization and demobilization
• Participate in regular health and safety training, and maintain safe work practices

Additional office-based duties may include:

• Report writing and document production
• Preparation of site forms
• Undertake research and data analysis
• Cataloguing and curation of artifacts and samples
• Liaising with clients, First Nations, and other stakeholders
• Participation in company training programs

Skills / Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in archaeology, or anthropology with focus on archaeology

*Consideration may be given to those with no degree, but nearing completion of their degree or with extensive field experience

• Physically capable of walking long distances in wilderness settings through a variety of terrain
• Able to work in variable weather and potentially challenging conditions
• Experience participating in archaeological fieldwork
• Able to work well with others for extended periods of time
• Able to work independently with occasionally minimal supervision
• Wilderness navigation skills/experience an asset (map & compass, digital navigation aids)
• Experience operating ATVs (trainable)

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement (EEO)

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

 

Industry

• Information Technology & Services
• Human Resources
• Management Consulting

Employment Type

Temporary

Job Functions

• Research
• Analyst
• Information Technology