Project Geophysicist

Job Description

The role

Fugro is now seeking a Project Geophysicist to join the Geoscience team which is part of the wider Marine Geoconsulting team based in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, UK. This is an exceptional opportunity to work as part of a global team on marine site characterisation and engineering projects, performing geophysical data interpretation and reporting.

This job is for you if:

- You want the challenge of working with a range of geophysical data types; integrating these with other data sources to help understand often complex seabed and sub-seabed conditions;
- You would like to work for the world’s leading geo-data company;
- You would like to be part of some of the largest offshore engineering projects in the world, including world-leading renewable energy projects;
- You are excited by the prospect of working within a dynamic team and within a company that offers excellent learning and development opportunities.

Who you’ll be working with:
On a daily basis you will be working in the Wallingford office alongside experienced Geoscience team members. The Geoscience team works closely with the other discipline teams in Marine Geoconsulting, including Engineering Geology & Geohazards, Geotechnics and GIS. Client interaction is a key part of the role and many projects also offer the opportunity to work with colleagues across the Fugro business.

Here’s what a typical day would be like:

- Using interpretation workstations to interpret and integrate geophysical data (from multiple seabed and sub-seabed geophysical data sets) with geological and geotechnical data to produce geological and geohazard site appraisals;
- Organising and loading geophysical data, geotechnical data and other relevant information to an interpretation workstation;
- Assisting in the production of geophysical, geohazards and site investigation reports;
- Checking geophysical and geological interpretations and conclusions individually or through peer assist sessions.

Who we’re looking for:
Essential
- A degree in Geology, Geophysics or a related discipline;
- A thorough knowledge of marine geophysical survey techniques and some practical experience of acquiring and/or interpreting marine geophysical data;
- Experience of geophysical interpretation workstations such as IHS Kingdom or similar;
- Computer literacy, including use of spreadsheets, databases and word processing software;
- A good communicator (both verbally and written) who is able to deliver results for internal and external clients;
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment. A good team player and able to form working relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels.

Desirable
- Up to 3 years of relevant industry experience acquiring and/or interpreting marine geophysical data.

What we’ll offer you:

- Extensive career & training opportunities.
- Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
- Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies.
- 24 days annual leave.
- Comprehensive benefits package including the option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.
- Subsidised canteen/restaurant

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