Geophysicist in Glasgow)

Penguin Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK consultancy in geo-environmental services is seeking an experienced Geophysicist to join their team in Glasgow. This permanent role involves planning ground investigations, conducting geotechnical monitoring, and preparing technical reports. Candidates are expected to have a relevant degree and practical field experience. This is a great opportunity for technical growth and career progression in a supportive environment, working on diverse developments from brownfield to complex ground.

Qualifications

• A degree in geology, geophysics, or a related field is essential.
• Practical experience in field investigation and geophysical assessment is required.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret ground conditions confidently are important.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver ground investigations and site assessments.
• Conduct soil characterisation and perform testing.
• Carry out contaminated-land assessments and contribute to remediation strategies.
• Prepare clear and high-quality technical reports.

Skills

Geophysical assessment

Geotechnical monitoring

Analytical skills

Interpret ground conditions

Education

Degree in geology, geophysics, or environmental science

Job description

Geophysicist

Location: Glasgow

Reference: BY155961

Salary: £27,000 - £34,000

A well-established UK consultancy providing geo-environmental, geotechnical and land-stability services to developers, contractors, local authorities and design teams are seeking an experienced geophysicist to join the team. The company offers practical, cost-effective solutions across contaminated land, ground investigation, mining-risk assessment, remediation and validation.

The Geophysicist Role

• Planning and delivering ground investigations, geotechnical monitoring and site assessments
• Conducting soil and ground characterisation, infiltration/permeability testing, slope stability checks and exploratory probing
• Carrying out contaminated-land and mining-risk assessments, and contributing to remediation strategies
• Preparing clear, high-quality technical reports
• Liaising with clients, contractors and regulators to provide practical, commercially focused solutions

Key Qualifications

• A degree in geology, geophysics, geotechnical engineering, environmental science or similar
• Practical experience in field investigation, logging, sampling, or geophysical/geo-environmental assessment
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret ground conditions confidently
• Full right to work in the UK
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Live in or near to Glasgow

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a respected, technically strong consultancy with a wide project portfolio and supportive team environment. You will work on diverse developments, from brownfield land to complex ground, with excellent scope for technical growth and career progression.

We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.