Geophysicist

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Professional development support

London-based role

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment in London seeks an experienced Geophysicist to join a specialist site investigation consultancy. The role offers a mix of office and field work across London and the UK, with opportunities to lead projects and develop expertise in geophysical techniques.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Geophysics/Geology/Earth Sciences and 3–5 years' relevant experience, with proven data processing, reporting, and client liaison skills. A UK driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geophysics, Geology, Earth Sciences or related field, with 3–5 years' experience.
• Commercial experience in geophysics or site investigation.
• Ability to operate and set up geophysical equipment.
• Experience producing technical reports.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out geophysical surveys.
• Set up and operate geophysical equipment.
• Collect and quality check field data.
• Process and interpret geophysical data.
• Produce technical reports, figures and drawings.
• Provide geophysical input into wider ground investigations.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other consultants.
• Support project planning and preparation.
• Work with geotechnical and geoenvironmental teams.
• Travel to sites across London and the UK.

Skills

Geophysics experience

Site investigation

Data processing

Reporting

Communication

Driving licence

Education

Geophysics degree

Tools

Geophysical equipment

Geophysical data software

Job description

Geophysicist

London | £35,000 - £45,000

A specialist site investigation consultancy is looking to add a Geophysicist to its London team.

This is a great opportunity for a geophysicist with 3-5 years' experience who is looking for a varied role combining site work, data processing, interpretation and reporting.

You'll be working on a range of ground investigation projects across London and the wider UK, alongside experienced geophysicists, geologists and engineers.

The Role

The role will involve a mixture of office and site-based work, with the opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop your experience across a range of geophysical techniques.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and carrying out geophysical surveys
• Setting up and operating geophysical equipment
• Collecting and quality checking field data
• Processing and interpreting geophysical data
• Producing technical reports, figures and drawings
• Providing geophysical input into wider ground investigations
• Liaising with clients, contractors and other consultants
• Supporting project planning and preparation
• Working alongside geotechnical and geoenvironmental teams
• Travelling to sites across London and occasionally elsewhere in the UKThe projects are varied and will give you exposure to different ground conditions and challenging urban environments, with plenty of opportunity to broaden your technical experience.

About You

We're looking for someone with a degree in Geophysics, Geology, Earth Sciences or a related subject, with around 3-5 years' relevant experience.

You’ll ideally have:

• Commercial experience in geophysics or site investigation
• Practical experience carrying out geophysical surveys
• Good knowledge of geophysical data processing and interpretation
• Experience producing technical reports
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A practical approach and willingness to work on site
• A full UK driving licence

The Company

You’ll be joining a specialist site investigation consultancy working across geotechnical, environmental and structural investigations.

The business works on a varied portfolio of projects, including buildings, infrastructure, basements, tunnels and other technically challenging sites. It's a hands-on environment where you'll work closely with experienced specialists and have the opportunity to develop your technical skills and take on more responsibility.

What’s on Offer?

• £35,000 - £45,000 salary, depending on experience
• Varied and technically interesting projects
• Combination of site and office-based work
• Strong technical development
• Career progression opportunities
• Support with professional development
• Specialist and experienced team
• London-based role with UK-wide project work