Geophysicist within exploration

LKAB; Kiruna kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Learn Swedish

Five weeks vacation per year

Job summary

LKAB in Kiruna seeks a Geophysicist to bridge advanced data processing with practical field operations, including summer fieldwork and winter data analysis.

You will contribute to 3D modelling, interpretation, and collaboration with geologists, geotechnics, and mining teams. The role offers development opportunities and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Education: Higher university degree in geophysics; strong background in physics.
• Experience in mineral exploration preferred but all applications considered.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Valid B driving licence for manual transmission vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Data Processing & Interpretation: process, model, and interpret multidisciplinary geophysical data to delineate targets and refine geological models.
• Field Acquisition: lead and participate in hands-on geophysical surveys and data collection campaigns across active exploration sites.
• Exploration Strategy: provide geophysical insight to optimize drilling programs and advance exploration initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: work with exploration geologists, geotechnics, and mining operations.
• Project Participation: engage in various project stages as needs evolve.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Higher university degree in geophysics

Tools

Oasis montaj

Mira Geoscience

Leapfrog Geo

Maxwell

ModelVision

GeoTools

Job description

Combine geophysical analysis with hands‑on fieldwork and contribute to mineral exploration in a varied role with excellent opportunities to grow.

The sustainable transformation begins with us.

We are facing our greatest challenge yet – ensuring that Sweden and Europe have what it takes to transform. So that we can live the lives we want, both today and tomorrow. In the same way that we strive to improve the future, we are committed to developing everyone who joins us on this journey, both personally and professionally.

Would you like to be part of laying the foundation for the way we live – and for the world around us?

Your role

As a Geophysicist within our Mineral Exploration team, you will bridge the gap between advanced data processing and practical field operations. Your responsibilities naturally follow the seasons—dedicating summer periods to dynamic fieldwork and ground data acquisition and focusing during the winter months on comprehensive data processing, 3D modelling, interpretation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Data Processing & Interpretation: Process, model, and interpret multidisciplinary geophysical data to delineate targets and refine geological models.
• Field Acquisition: Lead and participate in hands‑on geophysical surveys and data collection campaigns across active exploration sites.
• Exploration Strategy: Provide critical geophysical insight to optimize drilling programs and advance mineral exploration initiatives.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with exploration geologists and specialists across LKAB, including geotechnics and mining operations.
• Project Participation: Engage flexibly in a wide variety of project stages as organizational needs and strategic exploration priorities evolve.

You will work both independently and together with others. Close collaboration with fellow geophysicists, geologists and field technicians is essential for success in this role, as exploration projects rely on combining different areas of expertise and perspectives.

The varied assignments and opportunities to participate in different projects provide excellent potential to develop within your professional field.

What You Bring

We are looking for a geophysicist who thrives in a dynamic environment where fieldwork, data interpretation and collaboration go hand in hand. You have a structured and solution-oriented way of working, communicate your findings clearly and can translate complex data into valuable insights. You enjoy working closely with colleagues from different disciplines and contribute to a collaborative team environment. You are reflective and thoughtful in your decision-making, with an ability to balance technical opportunities with responsible use of resources to create sustainable and effective exploration solutions.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Has

• Education: Higher university degree in geophysics. Strong background in physics.
• Experience in mineral exploration: Candidates with several years of relevant experience in mineral exploration will be given preference. However, all applications will be considered and reviewed based on the overall qualifications and experience of the candidate.
• Good spoken and written english
• Valid B driving licence for manual transmission vehicles

It Is An Advantadge If You Have

• Geophysical Software:Proficiency in industry-standard software packages such as Oasis montaj (Seequent), Mira Geoscience, Leapfrog Geo, Maxwell, ModelVision,GeoTools.
• Electromagnetic Methods: Practical and theoretical experience with EM methods, with particular emphasis on Magnetotellurics (MT / AMT).
• Proficiency in Swedish, or a genuine willingness to learn.

What We Offer

In addition to the general benefits we offer — which you can find a bit further down — we can also offer the following to those who do not currently live in Sweden:

• Relocation support for you and your family.
• Excellent conditions for settling in. We guide you through the official procedures necessary to settle in the country if you come from outside Sweden. We also provide temporary accommodation for a reasonable period and help you find a permanent place to live according to your personal needs.
• LKAB helps you learn Swedish, a tool for a better understanding of Swedish culture.
• The Swedish vacation law entitles all employees to five weeks of vacation per year, and four consecutive weeks during June, July, or August. Your contract may include extra vacation days.

Additional Information

We strive for a fair and objective recruitment process. Therefore, we usually do not request cover letters. Instead, we ask you to answer questions related to the specific position you are applying for. Your responses help us understand your skills and experience, so please take the time to answer as clearly and thoroughly as possible.

Start: According to agreement.

Location: Kiruna

Type of Employment: Permanent, full-time monday-friday, daytime

Union Representatives Kiruna/ Svappavaara

• Sakari Alanko, Unionen, [phone]
• Ledarna Norra, [e-mail]
• Peter Johansson, Akademikerföreningen, [phone]