Graduate UXO Assistant Archivist

Venterra Group; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Venterra is a global wind energy services company, engineering, building and supporting major wind and renewables projects around the world. Our clear purpose: accelerate the global energy transition by becoming the go-to services provider and strategic partner for the rapidly expanding wind industry.

Our diverse team of experts is dedicated to making net zero a reality. We offer specialised services across the entire project lifecycle, including:

• Geoscience consultancy
• Design services
• Survey capabilities

By acquiring and bringing together leading offshore engineering and marine science companies like Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions, CAPE Holland, INSPIRE Environmental, Partrac and Ordtek, we provide the most comprehensive services and expertise in the market. And we're not done growing yet, which means there are plenty of exciting career opportunities on offer for our team.

At Venterra, sustainability, safety, and quality are prioritised in everything we do, reducing project risk, time, and cost for our clients.

• Shape the future of energy: Dive into groundbreaking renewables projects that are literally changing the world.
• Master the renewables landscape: Gain unique, full-spectrum experience from initial surveys to final construction.
• Go global, make waves: Our worldwide projects aren't just pins on a map – they're tickets to diverse experiences, cultures and challenges, with plenty of international travel opportunities on offer.
• Accelerate your career: We don't just talk about growth – we fuel it. Access cutting-edge training, mentorship from industry leaders, and a clear development path with opportunities to sharpen your skills in the renewables space.
• Be a force for good: Join a team where your values align with your work. We're committed to cultivating a culture of equality, diversity, and positive impact through our work.

By joining us, you'll play a direct role in growing the renewables sector while building a career in an exciting, global industry.

Our Geoscience team:

Venterra’s Geoscience team is made up of market-leading experts from Ordtek, GDG, and Partrac. We offer unparalleled site characterisation, geoscience management, sediment processes, UXO management, and GIS and data services, tailored to meet the comprehensive needs of our clients.

Role Description:

The UXO Assistant Archivist will work closely with the UXO Data Archivist to maintain and enhance the Ordtek UXO database (the Vault 2.0) in accordance with industry best practice. They will assist with undertaking research and collating UXO-related data.

The role may require travel to various archives or sites to undertake research and obtain primary sources for referencing. Travel and occasional additional working hours may be required in order to facilitate opening hours of Archives at variable distance from the Ordtek head office.

This role is site-based at the Hethel Engineering centre and own transport is essential as there is no public transport to site.

Responsible to: UXO Data Archivist

Key Responsibilities:

• Aiding the UXO Data Archivist in writing area / country specific “Historical UXO Precedents”.
• Researching missing UXO Technical or historic information, as directed by the UXO Data Archivist.
• Answering general UXO questions as required.
• Reviewing both historical and non-historical digital content for formatting issues, or other problems that affect its usability in reports or marketing material.
• Data cleaning and transformation. Creating full metadata and change log records for all changes made.
• Reasonable additional responsibilities as may be required in line with business needs.
• Experience in traditional and digital research methods.
• Degree in Military History or Archaeology related degree.
• Report writing skills.
• Excel data cleaning and transformation skills.
• Ability to work methodically and with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Problem-solving Skills
• Passion for Military History/Weapons of war.
• Prior UXO/EO/ERW or ordnance knowledge or experience.
• GIS experience.

Education/Qualifications:

Military History or Archaeology related degree and demonstrable knowledge of modern military history.

Additional Requirements:

Candidates should be highly organised and motivated individuals with effective communication skills, a good work ethic, and a commitment to technical excellence, personal efficiency, and career progression through Continued Professional Development.

Right to Work:

Currently, we are only able to consider applicants who are authorised to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

At Venterra:

At Venterra, we are committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We take inclusion and diversity seriously. We know that getting this right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values. We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. We are an equal opportunity employer. Our vision is for Venterra to be a place where people of all ethnicities feel welcomed to work.