Remote Operations Centre Geophysicist

Fugro; Aberdeen City; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Remote Operations Centre Geophysicist to join their team in Aberdeen. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of marine geophysical data analysis, ensuring quality control and interpretation of vital data. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team, contributing to marine site characterization and client deliverables. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position promises exciting challenges and the chance to make a significant impact in the field. If you are passionate about geophysics and eager to work in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Hours

Potential for Remote Work

Leasing an Electric Car

Qualifications

• Understanding of geophysical equipment and methods in shallow marine environments.
• Practical experience with marine geophysical surveys and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Acquire, analyze, and interpret marine geophysical data.
• Conduct geohazard assessments and generate client deliverables.

Skills

Marine Geophysical Data Analysis

Geohazard Assessment

Data Integration

Data Interpretation

Mapping and Visualization Software

Education

Bachelor's in Geophysics

MSc in Geology

Tools

Sonarwiz

Kingdom Suite

Oasis Montaj

ArcGIS

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Job Description

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. We’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us—bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further, capable of taking initiative but also working well within a team.

The role

As a Remote Operations Centre Geophysicist, you will be part of the team within the state-of-the-art Remote Operations Centre (ROC) in Aberdeen. The ROC supports offshore operations using innovative technology and protocols from our onshore facility. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of an innovative way of working for Fugro, helping to ensure industry leadership.

The Geophysicist will be involved in and responsible for the acquisition, quality control, interpretation, and analysis of marine geophysical data, geohazard assessment, and the integration of geophysical, environmental, and geotechnical data. The focus is on generating client deliverables as part of the Marine Site Characterization Client Deliverables team, working in shifts within our Remote Operations Centre.

The position operates on a rotational basis with 12-hour shifts: 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off, followed by 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off.

Your Responsibilities

• Acquisition, quality control, interpretation, and analysis of marine geophysical data
• Geohazard assessment and data integration
• Generation of client deliverables in a team setting within our Remote Operations Centre

Who We’re Looking For

We seek an individual with a Bachelor’s or MSc in Geophysics, Geology, or a related discipline, with understanding of geophysical equipment and methods used in shallow marine environments. Knowledge of data interpretation, mapping, visualization, and plotting software is essential. Practical field experience with marine geophysical surveys—such as data acquisition, quality control, and interpretation of side scan sonar, sub-bottom profiler, and magnetometer data—is required. Familiarity with Sonarwiz, Kingdom Suite, Oasis Montaj, and ArcGIS is desirable.

You should be seeking an onshore position with a regular schedule in the Remote Operations Centre and be willing to relocate to Aberdeen.

What We Offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment and opportunities for professional growth. We offer competitive salaries, a contributory pension scheme, flexible working hours, potential for remote work, and options like leasing an electric car. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a supportive and fair workplace where everyone’s voice is heard.

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