Petrolab Limited is a leading geological consultancy providing expert support services to the mining, minerals processing, materials, and construction industries worldwide.

We deliver high-quality, dependable, and accessible interpretative reporting to our clients, helping them evaluate the potential of their mineral resources and solve materials-related problems.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at a time of significant growth for the Company, supported by our technically experienced Geomaterials and Mineralogy teams working on high-profile projects of local, national, and international significance.

We are seeking a Graduate Geomaterials Scientist to assist in providing petrological and mineralogical consultancy projects to clients in the minerals, mining, and construction materials industries.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing sections and polished blocks from geological and construction materials for microscopic analysis, routine mineralogical and petrographic tests, recording and preparing samples for testing, and operating scientific instrumentation and software.

• Preparation of sections and polished blocks from geological and construction materials for microscopic analysis
• Routine mineralogical and petrographic tests
• Recording and preparing samples for testing
• Operation of scientific instrumentation and software

We are looking for a graduate geologist, earth scientist, or materials scientist with a strong desire to learn quickly and an aptitude for working in a fast-moving commercial consultancy delivering multiple projects to defined timescales.

Prior experience in optical microscopy of basic sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks is essential, with skills in concrete petrography to be taught on the job by our highly experienced team of petrographers.

Ideally, you will have some previous work experience within a relevant industry sector and/or experience working to relevant laboratory procedures and technical standards.

Petrolab supports the professional development and personal growth of its staff with training and a range of benefits, including:

• Starting salary £23,500 (subject to annual review)
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Employer contributory pension
• Private health insurance

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.