Lead Project Geophysicist

Fugro; Wallingford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in geo-data is seeking a Lead Project Geophysicist to join their UK Land Site Characterisation team in Wallingford. This role involves managing geophysical projects, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Geophysics and proven experience in project delivery, with opportunities for growth and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Career and training opportunities nationwide and internationally

Competitive salary and contributory pension

Private medical insurance

Flexible hours and remote work options

Electric car scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in geophysical project delivery, including fieldwork and data interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of geophysical survey equipment and techniques.
• A Full UK Manual Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Manage field crews as Team Leader, ensuring safe, high-standard operations.
• Process, interpret, and report geophysical data for medium to high complexity projects.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to support business development.

Skills

Geophysical project delivery

Leadership

Communication

Data interpretation

Geophysical survey techniques

Education

Degree in Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or related field

Job description

Fugro Wallingford, England, United Kingdom

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Job Description

Are you ready to lead impactful geophysical projects that shape the future of site characterisation? At Fugro, we’re looking for a Lead Project Geophysicist to join our UK Land Site Characterisation team in Wallingford. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality geophysical data and insights supporting infrastructure and environmental projects across the UK and beyond. You’ll collaborate with geophysicists, technicians, and project managers—locally and globally—ensuring excellence and innovation in technical delivery.

Location: Wallingford, UK; onshore and nearshore site operations domestically and internationally.

Work Environment: Hybrid role involving office and site work, offering a balance of collaboration and remote work.

Working Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Your Role And Responsibilities

• Manage field crews as Team Leader, ensuring safe, high-standard, on-schedule operations.
• Coordinate geophysical operations with Fugro and third-party personnel.
• Process, interpret, and report geophysical data for medium to high complexity projects.
• Ensure data quality and deliverable standards through expert review and oversight.
• Contribute to proposals and tenders with technical input and optimization recommendations.
• Support development of project procedures, safety, and technical documentation.
• Represent Fugro at industry conferences and contribute to publications.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to support business development and client engagement.

What You’ll Need To Thrive In This Role

• A degree in Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or related field.
• Proven experience in geophysical project delivery, including fieldwork and data interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of geophysical survey equipment and techniques.
• A Full UK Manual Driving License.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; ability to mentor and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally as needed.

About Us

Who we are: Join our Geo-data revolution. Fugro’s global reach and expertise provide invaluable insights, helping clients design, build, and operate assets more safely and sustainably. We seek talented individuals eager for meaningful work and innovation, who can take initiative and work collaboratively.

What we offer: A positive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the freedom to develop your skills. We value diversity and inclusion, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our team and mission.

Benefits Of Joining Our Team

• Career and training opportunities nationwide and internationally.
• Competitive salary and contributory pension.
• Private medical insurance, health cash plan, and group life assurance.
• Flexible hours, remote work options, electric car scheme, cycle-to-work, and more.

Additional Information

Fugro does not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or employees is not appreciated.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analysis, IT
• Industry: Civil Engineering