Senior Geophysicist

Zetica Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geophysical solutions provider in Oxford is seeking a Senior Geophysicist to lead complex projects and mentor emerging professionals. You will oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of innovative geophysical surveys, ensuring high data integrity and quality. The ideal candidate should possess a postgraduate degree in Geophysics, significant hands-on experience, and proficiency in various geophysical techniques and software. Join a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience in near-surface, high-resolution geophysics.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale and technically complex projects.
• Strong track record of team leadership and technical delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and design of geophysical surveys.
• Oversee processing and reporting of geophysical projects.
• Ensure data quality during fieldwork.
• Maintain high standards for project quality.

Skills

Leadership

Written and verbal communication

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Postgraduate degree in Geophysics or related field

Tools

Oasis Montaj

GeoGiga

SurfSeis

Res2Dinv

Zond

Aarhus Workbench

Python

AutoCAD

Microstation

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

NO AGENCIES, PLEASE.

Why Zetica needs you

Zetica is a leading provider of geophysical solutions across multiple sectors. We offer a collaborative and technically challenging environment where innovation and professional growth are encouraged. This is your opportunity to contribute to a cutting-edge team and further develop your career in geophysical surveying.

Are you ready to lead complex, high-impact geophysical projects across the UK and beyond? Zetica is seeking an ambitious Senior Geophysicist to drive innovation, uphold technical excellence, and mentor the next generation of geophysicists. This is a unique position straddling academic excellence and commercial integrity.

What you'll be doing :

Technical & Project Leadership

• Lead the planning and design of geophysical surveys, from proposal stage to execution.
• Provide input on complex technical challenges and guide project teams through successful delivery.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Oversee the processing, interpretation, and reporting of high-value geophysical projects.
• Ensure technical outputs are clear, data-driven, and aligned with client objectives.

Fieldwork Oversight

• Ensure data quality and integrity during fieldwork.
• Provide support to field teams and lead on technically demanding site investigations when required.

Quality Assurance & Innovation

• Maintain Zetica’s high standards for project quality and delivery.
• Introduce and apply innovative techniques and workflows where appropriate.

Cross-Sector Project Leadership

• Manage projects across core business areas: Transport infrastructure; Engineering / geotechnical; Environmental and geological surveys; UXO detection; Utility mapping.

Mentorship & Team Development

• Support the development of staff and share technical knowledge across the team.

Travel & Fieldwork

• Primarily office-based, but may include some travel for project delivery, and to meet customers

Requirements :

Academic Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Geophysics or a closely related field.

Experience

• Significant hands‑on experience in near‑surface, high‑resolution geophysics.
• Proven ability to lead large‑scale and technically complex projects.
• Strong track record of team leadership and technical delivery.

Technical Expertise

• Practical experience with a wide range of geophysical techniques:
• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
• Electromagnetics (EM)
• Magnetometry
• Microgravity
• Electrical methods (e.g. resistivity, induced polarisation)
• Seismic methods (e.g. refraction, surface wave analysis)

Software Skills

• Proficiency in software such as Oasis Montaj, GeoGiga, SurfSeis, Res2Dinv, Zond, Aarhus Workbench or similar.
• Experience with Python for data processing and automation is highly desirable.
• Competence in GIS / CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD, Microstation, ArcGIS, QGIS).

Key Skills

Leadership & Communication

• Strong leadership with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present technical findings clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Strategic Thinking

• Innovative and forward‑looking, with a strong interest in R&D and advancing the discipline of applied geophysics.

Interested? Apply now and be part of our expert team.