Graduate Geophysicist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Telford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Flexible working

Membership assistance

Chartership support

Development programme

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Telford is seeking a Graduate Geophysical Engineer to join their team. This entry‑level role offers hands‑on experience across the UK and internationally, with structured development and training towards chartered status.

The successful candidate will support site safety, fieldwork, data interpretation and reporting, and project coordination while working alongside seasoned engineers. A relevant degree is required and travel flexibility is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in geology/geophysics/archaeology related fields.
• Experience or exposure to fieldwork environments preferred.
• Ability to interpret and report data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside engineers on geophysical projects.
• Assist with data interpretation and technical reporting.
• Support site safety and field operations.
• Coordinate project tasks and scheduling.
• Contribute to development programme and training.

Skills

Site safety

Field logging

Project coordination

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Education

Geology/Geophysics degree

Job description

Graduate Geophysical Engineer

Reference: BY256552
Location: Telford
Salary: £26,000-£29,000

Ready to turn your degree into a rewarding career? A respected surveying consultancy is looking for an ambitious Graduate Geophysical Engineer to join its growing team in Telford.

This is an excellent opportunity for a geology, geophysics, geotechnical engineering or archaeology graduate who wants hands‑on experience, expert guidance and exposure to projects across the UK and internationally. You'll receive structured development, regular training and genuine opportunities to progress towards senior and chartered positions.

As a Graduate Geophysical Engineer, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and gain experience in:

• Site safety and risk assessments
• Soil and core logging
• Site preparation and fieldwork
• Project coordination
• Data interpretation, analysis and technical reporting

The package includes a £25,000-£29,000 salary, private healthcare, flexible working, professional membership assistance, chartership support and a comprehensive development programme.

What you'll need

• A relevant degree in geology, geophysics, archaeology or a related discipline
• A full UK driving licence
• The flexibility to travel for projects
• Full UK right to work
• Ability to commute in and around the Telford area.

If you're looking for a Graduate Geophysical Engineer position where training, progression and varied project experience are genuinely prioritised, this could be an ideal next step.

Join the team as a Graduate Geophysical Engineer and build your future near Telford.