Senior Archaeologist

• Cabin Resource Management’s Ltd. growing Heritage Division is seeking an Senior
• Archaeologist .
• Cabin takes an innovative approach to its Heritage Division by applying and innovating anti-
• colonial practices that promote reconciliatory action and develop relationships of trust with our
• First Nations partners. We pride and hold ourselves accountable to our Core Values
• (Adaptability, Reconciliation, Adventure, Balance, Integrity, and Self- Improvement) which we
• integrate into all our projects. At Cabin, we take a rights-based approach to our archaeological
• work that centers the community and individual rights of First Nations to their tangible and
• intangible archaeological cultural heritage.
• We provide services for all project phases and types including private land assemblies to
• forestry developments and everything in between. We ensure regulatory compliance and go
• beyond by integrating Indigenous community collaborators throughout a project’s lifecycle to
• find solutions that respect and support their social, cultural, and economic needs. Our highly
• skilled team integrates digital tools and technology to record, understand, and learn from the
• past to develop innovative systems to plan for a sustainable future. Cabin is committed to
• building respectful relationships with Indigenous communities throughout BC and centers
• reconciliation in all our actions.

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork including survey, monitoring, and data recovery excavation
• Assisting in cost estimate and proposal preparation
• Coordinating with field staff, GIS staff, and senior managers from Cabin’s other

Divisions to support project work

• Liaison and coordination with First Nations on a project-by-project basis
• Field preparations and logistical support
• Compiling and submitting Provincial site inventory records
• Writing, review and editing of AOA, PFR, AIA interim and final reports, and

drafting comprehensive Heritage Management Plans

• Routine office tasks; Contributing to and developing innovative community-

guided cultural heritage management practices

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in archaeology or anthropology
• BC Archaeology Branch approved Field Directors (as per Bulletin 17) for the

• Interior Plateau Cultural Zone. (Those that can demonstrate that they are very
• close to obtaining this will also be considered)

• Individuals eligible to hold permits, with preference to candidates with province-

wide

• Permit holding status will be strongly considered
• Canadian citizen or valid work permit
• Valid BC driver’s licence (Class 5 or higher)
• Willingness to travel and spend time away from home
• Compliance with Cabin’s OH&S system
• WCB OFA Level 1 (transportation endorsement an asset)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to solve problems
• Ability to manage your time and set priorities to meet project deadlines
• Able to conduct fieldwork under strenuous conditions and rough terrain
• Experience creating, tracking, and managing budgets
• Experience writing and editing technical reports
• Familiarity with the Heritage Conservation Act and current BC Archaeology

Branch Policies and bulletins

• Demonstrated experience or willingness to work collaboratively with First Nations

What we offer

• A positive, dynamic and inclusive work environment for everyone
• Wage and biannual profit share based on experience, competency and length of service
• Boot, training and professional development allowances
• Extended medical and dental and and RRSP contributions based on years of service
• Flexible holidays and 20 cm snow rule for winter shredding
• The chance to work in a unique industry in the beautiful outdoors

• Cabin is committed to LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace by creating a diverse and inclusive
• work environment for everyone. Cabin is also proud to provide professional services which
• support the rights and title of First Nations, and be active partners in reconciliation in all our
• work.
• Whether you are looking for a full time career or a seasonal position, apply today, or contact our
• HR Coordinator at [email hidden] for more information.
• We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be
• contacted.