Logistics Support – Cambridge

An opportunity has arisen within our Operations and Logistics Department at Oxford Archaeology (Cambridge office) for a Logistics Support role. The successful applicant will, under supervision, carry out duties essential to the effective running of the Cambridge premises and its archaeological sites. You will be working within a core logistics team supporting the archaeological field team based out of the Cambridge office. This is a full-time position and it is not suitable for home-working. All necessary PPE and on-the-job training will be provided.

Essential Requirements

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths
• Good physical capability – this role requires the ability to perform manual handling tasks, with occasional heavy lifting.
• A full, clean driving licence with a minimum of 12 months’ driving experience.
• Ability to prioritise workload and ask for guidance when unsure.
• Good computer skills and proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Self-motivation, strong administrative and organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a flexible approach when working under pressure and to deadlines.
• Ability to carry out safe work practices in accordance with health and safety legislation, following any risk assessment requirements and related policies.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience of working in an operational, warehouse, facilities, or logistics-related environment.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Willingness to learn new systems, procedures, and tasks.
• Positive, flexible approach to work and a willingness to support the wider team.

Position Duties May Include

• Driving duties, including site deliveries, archive deposition and fleet maintenance bookings.
• Delivering or collecting tools and materials from suppliers, specialists, sites and offices.
• Assisting field staff with site set-up and demobilisation.
• Maintaining internal and external storage areas.
• Undertaking routine and ad hoc administrative and support tasks as required.
• Monitoring the condition of tools and equipment and carrying out basic maintenance or minor repairs as needed, with training provided where required.
• Ensuring appropriate equipment and materials - including PPE, tools, First Aid supplies, and other essentials - are available for office and site staff.
• Opening and securing premises when required.
• Assisting in placing orders for consumables and equipment, checking stock and reporting any shortfalls to your functional manager.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive, constantly benchmarked salary (pay award pending), appointments will be made based on demonstrated ability, previous experience and CIfA membership if appropriate.
• A company pension scheme with 6% employer contributions.
• Employees with 10 years of employment or in project management roles gain access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is one of the few remaining defined benefit schemes in the UK.
• Continued professional development is strongly encouraged through a very supportive approach to further training and education, attendance of and contribution to conferences, and involvement with academic institutions.
• Generous annual leave starting at 21 days (depending on years of service) plus concessionary days at Christmas and Bank Holidays.
• A generous hybrid working policy is in place, dependant on role, and a considerate approach is taken to flexible and part-time working where appropriate to the role, individuals’ personal circumstances, and the needs of the business.
• We pay 100% of CIfA subscription fees.
• Comprehensive care for employee welfare through a number of policies, including the AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Premier, generous paid sick leave and a network of mental health first aiders.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free DSE eye test with a voucher towards VDU-only glasses (via Specsavers) where required.

Oxford Archaeology is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications are judged on the relevant skills and experience of the candidate, and not by gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, belief, age, nationality (other than where work permits may be required), or ethnicity. You must meet the requirements to live and work in the UK by UK Visas and Immigration.