Geophysicist

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension

Bonuses

Generous holidays

Flexible working

Company vehicles

Chartership support

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Geophysicist in Leeds to join a specialist team delivering high-quality geophysical surveys across diverse sectors. The role covers design, acquisition and interpretation of geophysical data to support engineering, environmental and infrastructure projects, with hands-on use of GPR, resistivity and magnetometry.

The position blends fieldwork with office-based analysis, offering clear progression and flexible working options on a permanent basis.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geophysics, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Full Right to Work in the UK permanently.

Responsibilities

• Conducting geophysical surveys and site data collection
• Processing and interpreting geophysical datasets
• Producing clear, concise technical reports
• Supporting project planning and delivery

Skills

Geophysics

Fieldwork

Data interpretation

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Geophysics, Geology, or related

Tools

Ground Penetrating Radar

Resistivity

Magnetometry

Job description

Geophysicist

Location: Leeds

Salary: £32,000 to £36,000 per Annum

Permanent Opportunity

Are you looking for a new role in the Geophysical sector that offers clear progression and flexibility? We are looking for a talented Geophysicist to join a specialist team in Leeds, delivering high-quality geophysical surveys across a wide range of sectors.

As a Geophysicist, you will be involved in the design, acquisition, and interpretation of geophysical data to support engineering, environmental, and infrastructure projects. You'll gain hands‑on experience using techniques such as ground penetrating radar, resistivity, and magnetometry, helping to identify subsurface features and inform critical project decisions. This is an exciting opportunity for a Geophysicist to work on varied and technically challenging sites.

This Geophysicist role in Leeds offers a strong balance of fieldwork and office-based analysis. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, contributing to survey planning, data processing, and reporting. Projects may include utilities mapping, archaeological investigations, and engineering assessments, providing excellent exposure and career development.

Key responsibilities:

• Conducting geophysical surveys and site data collection
• Processing and interpreting geophysical datasets
• Producing clear, concise technical reports
• Supporting project planning and delivery

About you:

• Degree in Geophysics, Geology, or a related discipline
• Experience with geophysical survey techniques (desirable)
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Full Right to Work in the UK Permanently

Company benefits:

• Enhanced pension scheme
• Site bonuses and annual bonus
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible working options
• Access to company vehicles
• Support towards professional chartership

This is a permanent role.