Geophysicist | Expression Of Interest

Stantec UK; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Geophysicist to join their expanding team in southern England. This role involves conducting and supervising magnetometry surveys, ensuring high standards while working on significant infrastructure projects. As part of a collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in geophysical surveys and contribute to impactful projects that support sustainable community growth. If you have a passion for archaeology and a strong background in geophysical methods, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of British archaeology and relevant legislation.
• Professional experience in conducting magnetometry surveys.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee magnetometry surveys for various projects.
• Develop Written Schemes of Investigation and prepare reports.

Skills

Magnetometry Surveys

Data Interpretation

Report Writing

Knowledge of British Archaeology

TerraSurvey Software

Education

Degree in Geophysics or related field

CIfA Membership (or working towards)

Tools

TerraSurvey

Job description

The Opportunity

As we move into AMP 8 and continue with our growth plans across the UK & Ireland, we're interested in hearing expressions of interest from Geophysicists seeking their next career opportunity in the coming weeks and months.

Stantec UK is looking for a geophysicist to join our expanding team in our Reading or Bristol offices (other southern England offices may also be considered). The geophysicist will carry out and supervise magnetometry surveys for a range of projects, ensuring high standards. The team conducts surveys across the UK, focusing on major water, highways, and infrastructure clients.

The Geophysical Survey Team is part of Stantec's wider Archaeology and Heritage Team, providing high-quality historic environment consultancy advice and technical documentation for schemes of all sizes, from small projects to nationally significant schemes. There are opportunities to gain experience in this area as part of this role.

As a Geophysicist, your responsibilities will include conducting and overseeing magnetometry surveys, developing Written Schemes of Investigation, liaising with team members, clients, and stakeholders, traveling to survey sites, collecting high-quality data, maintaining equipment, processing and interpreting data, preparing reports, and archiving project data.

You should be a motivated individual with a strong knowledge of British archaeology, legislation, planning policy, and guidance relevant to geophysical surveys. Professional experience in magnetometry surveys, proficiency in TerraSurvey software, the ability to interpret geophysical data and write reports, and membership (or working towards membership) of CIfA at Associate level are required. A full, clean UK driving license is essential. Experience with other geophysical survey methods is desirable but optional.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community comprises over 31,000 employees across more than 450 locations on 6 continents. We have been serving clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. Our work involves planning, designing, delivering, and managing infrastructure to support sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective solutions, translating clients' visions into consent, deliverable plans, and efficient designs, grounded in technical excellence and market insights. We address current challenges while aiming for a fairer, better future, supporting clean growth and meeting the needs of future communities.

Stantec is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We ensure equitable opportunities in all employment aspects.

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