Geophysicist

Description

As a Geophysicist, you will be predominantly responsible for acquiring geophysical data in the field as well as assisting data processing and interpretation when in the office. It is a great opportunity to build key industry-related skills, gain exposure to a variety of projects in the offshore renewable energy sector.

• Undertake fieldwork for extended periods of time away from home on projects onshore and offshore
• Assist with notifying software manufacturers of any bugs and assist with implementing solutions
• Assist with data processing of a variety of geophysical datasets, including side scan sonar, magnetometer and sub-bottom profiler data. Multibeam echosounder and backscatter processing may be required from time to time.
• Chart and chartlet creation in QGIS or ArcGIS for relevant project documentation
• Assist with mobilisations and equipment verifications under guidance
• Providing a positive feedback loop to improve quality and practices
• Data quality control and data assurance ensuring that it complies with the project scope of work
• Follow and contribute to established data processing procedures and guidelines
• Under guidance, conduct data acquisition and processing, maintain accurate records and assist in maintaining quality and consistency of field data, data processing, deliverable creation, and data management.
• Identification, investigation and troubleshooting inconsistencies in data, ensuring that it complies with the project scope of work
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of data and company information
• Report preparation based on geophysical survey data and interpretation
• Assist with data archive and data repository management, ensuring safe storage of a large variety of data formats.

Requirements

Successful applicants shall have a background in geology and/or geophysics and should have a working knowledge of marine surveying. Experience working with GIS and spatial data, or experience of handling big data would be an advantage. Supported by an experienced and committed team, successful candidates will be developing skill sets to carry out the following tasks within our growing company.

• Adhere to moral and ethical principles in all interactions
• Understanding of data management and required coordination skills to handle large volumes of data
• High level of computer literacy
• Able to work in the UK
• Become familiar with understanding the importance of implementing best practices for handling, maintaining and storing survey equipment as per manufacturer's instructions or company guidance
• Full valid UK driving license
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Geology, Geophysics or other related marine or earth science.
• Strong academic report writing skills
• Highly competent in the use of all Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
• Understanding and working to company QHSE standards
• Experience with a scripting language (e.g. Python).
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills
• Work experience with GIS and spatial data (QGIS & ArcGIS)
• At least 1 years experience working onboard vessels undertaking marine survey operations
• Seabed contact identification and characterisation
• Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a training environment
• Being open and honest in communication and operations
• Ability to take initiative, to problem solve and troubleshoot data where required

Benefits

Company Benefits

• Modern, environmentally friendly office with sit down/standing desks
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Sport socials
• Pension 5% Matched
• Continuous training and development opportunities
• Private Medical Insurance Programme (Bupa)
• 33 days of annual leave per year (including Bank Holidays)
• Flexible working hours
• Free team lunch on a Wednesday
• An Employee Assistance Programme, providing trained wellbeing and counselling practitioners and 24/7 telephone support
• Great team culture

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance