Junior Geophysicist

Penguin Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Graduate Geophysicist to join its specialist ground investigation and geoscience team in Oxford. You will gain hands-on experience across a range of near-surface geophysical surveys, data processing, interpretation and reporting, with full training and mentoring provided.

The role involves fieldwork, site-based activities and travel across the UK, working alongside experienced geophysicists, engineers and environmental professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geophysics, Geoscience, Earth Sciences or related field.
• Interest in near-surface geophysics and ground investigation.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret technical data.
• Willingness to work outdoors and travel to site when required.
• Full UK driving licence beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist geophysical surveys using techniques such as GPR, ERT, seismic, magnetics and electromagnetic methods.
• Collect, process and interpret geophysical data and outputs.
• Produce technical reports, drawings and interpretative outputs.
• Support field investigations and site-based activities across the UK.
• Collaborate with experienced geophysicists, engineers and environmental professionals.
• Travel to project sites and support survey delivery.

Job description

Graduate Geophysicist

Location: Oxford

Salary: £29,000 - £31,000

Are you a recent Geophysics graduate looking to develop your career within a specialist ground investigation and geoscience environment?

We are looking for a Graduate Geophysicist to join an experienced team delivering a range of near-surface geophysical surveys and ground investigation projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience working on varied projects, combining fieldwork, data processing, interpretation and reporting.

The role will involve supporting geophysical investigations across a range of sectors, including infrastructure, environmental, engineering and development projects. You will receive full training and mentoring while developing your technical skills across a variety of geophysical methods.

Graduate Geophysicist role will involve:

• Assisting with geophysical surveys using a range of techniques including GPR, ERT, seismic, magnetics and electromagnetic methods
• Collecting, processing and interpreting geophysical data
• Producing technical reports, drawings and interpretative outputs
• Supporting field investigations and site-based activities across the UK
• Working alongside experienced geophysicists, engineers and environmental professionals
• Travelling to project sites and supporting survey delivery

To be considered for the Graduate Geophysicist position, you should have:

• A degree in Geophysics, Geoscience, Earth Sciences or a related subject
• An interest in near-surface geophysics and ground investigation
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to interpret technical data
• A willingness to work outdoors and travel to site when required
• A full UK driving licence (or working towards one) would be beneficial

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated graduate to join a growing technical team, gain exposure to a wide variety of projects and develop a long-term career within the geosciences sector.