Salary: £32,362
Location: Sheffield
Full-time Permanent Contract
Reference: SHEFFFAC.08.26
Closing date: 15th September 2026
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 contribute to meaningful carbon reduction.
The role – what’s involved?
We are looking for a practical, organised Facilities & Carbon Accounting Supervisor to help keep our sites safe, compliant and running effectively, while supporting accurate carbon data and sustainability reporting.
This is a hands-on role combining facilities coordination, statutory compliance, contractor management and environmental data support. You will work with site teams, suppliers and key stakeholders to resolve issues, maintain records and support carbon accounting requirements.
Main responsibilities will include:
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Maintain safe, compliant and effective facilities operations at the Sheffield office site and support other sites when required.
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Coordinate contractors, suppliers, maintenance schedules and facilities-related issues and manage preventative actions.
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Maintain compliance records and manage statutory requirements including fire, security, waste, asbestos, COSHH, legionella and equipment regulations.
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Act as a first point of contact for facilities incidents, alarms, security alerts and first aid calls, including out of hours incidents.
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Collect and maintain monthly utility, waste, travel and emissions data.
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Support carbon accounting, Scope 1 and Scope 2 calculations, initial Scope 3 mapping and sustainability reporting.
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Assisting in the preparation of practical summaries, dashboards and data packs for internal reporting, SECR and ESOS compliance.
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Support the wider Facilities Team in raising their awareness of and developing their ability to maintain audit-ready environmental records and identify practical energy and emissions reductions.
Essential certification:
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Experience in facilities, estates, maintenance or small project coordination.
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Ability to coordinate and manage contractors and suppliers, follow up actions and keep accurate records.
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Understanding of health, safety and compliance requirements in an operational environment.
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Confident working with data, using Excel to organise, check and report information.
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Organised, detail-focused and able to manage competing priorities.
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Ability to communicate clearly with site teams, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Desirable experience:
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Experience in mixed-use environments such as offices, laboratories, warehouses or fieldwork support settings.
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IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety training, or willingness to work towards a relevant qualification.
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Exposure to carbon accounting tools, sustainability reporting platforms or environmental management systems.
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:
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22 days of annual leave per year plus bank holidays, rising to 27 after 5 years of continuous service.
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Option to buy up to 5 days holiday per year.
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Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, Wessex Archaeology employer pension contribution 5%.
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Life assurance scheme of three times your basic salary.
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Wellbeing and family-friendly benefits
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Our maternity, adoption and shared parental pay is 100% for 12 weeks, 90% for 21 weeks and 6 weeks statutory, day 1 eligibility.
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Enhanced paternity leave, up to 4 weeks from day 1.
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5 days of carers leave.
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Paid sick leave from the start of a contract, with the number of days dependent on length of service.
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Hybrid and flexible working arrangements where applicable.
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Company Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free and confidential service in the form of counselling and assistance in areas such as health and stress.
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AIG SmartHealth – round-the-clock support for you and your family.
Sustainability and other benefits:
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Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to eligibility).
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Bike2Work scheme.
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100% Professional membership costs reimbursed.
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High-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
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Free transport from regional offices to sites.
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Time in lieu or paid time for drivers.
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Subsistence allowance.
How to apply
Email your completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form by 15th September 2026 to [email protected]. All applications will be acknowledged within 2 weeks of the closing date. If you have questions about the role, please contact [email protected].
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.
