Junior Geophysicist

Junior Geophysicist – Southeast England

Are you looking for a rewarding career in geophysical surveying and subsurface investigation? SOCOTEC UK has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Junior Geophysicist to join our growing Environment & Safety Division across the UK. We offer comprehensive training and professional development designed to enhance your geophysical expertise, giving you hands on experience with multiple survey methodologies, mentorship from Senior Geophysicists, and the opportunity to develop a long term career in a growing and rewarding field.

As a Junior Geophysicist, you will play a vital role in supporting our clients by helping to deliver accurate geophysical surveys, ensuring safe site investigations, and contributing to the success of our business.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

Our successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties, including, but not limited to the following:

• Undertaking geophysical surveys using various methodologies including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), seismic, resistivity, electrical conductivity, and gravity methods
• Downloading, quality-checking, and post-processing survey data in accordance with project specifications and timelines
• Operating and maintaining geophysical survey equipment to industry standards
• Supporting site investigations across the UK, with flexibility for overnight stays and extended travel when required
• Adhering to SOCOTEC Health & Safety protocols and maintaining safe working practises on all site assignments
• Completing mandatory training modules and developing technical competency across all survey equipment

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• A degree in Geophysics, Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication abilities and a professional approach to client interaction
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively across the UK
• Commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards in all working environments
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional development

It is desirable, that you also have some of the following:

• Previous experience or exposure to geophysical survey methodologies
• Familiarity with geophysical data processing software
• Understanding of UK construction and infrastructure sector requirements
• Membership or working towards membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., Geological Society)
• Experience working in field-based or site investigation roles

Travel and Flexibility

This role requires extensive travel across the UK, with candidates needing to be away from home for up to 3 weeks per month. Flexibility to work night or evening shifts as project requirements dictate is essential.

About the Geophysics Team at SOCOTEC

Our Geophysics Team is part of SOCOTEC's Environment & Safety Division, delivering specialist subsurface investigation services across the UK. We work with a diverse range of clients in construction, infrastructure, utilities, and environmental sectors, providing critical geophysical data that supports safe and informed project planning. Our team of experienced geophysicists utilises state-of-the-art equipment and industry-leading methodologies to deliver accurate, high-quality surveys.

What’s

in it for you?

As well as a salary of £27,766 per year depending on experience, which can increase as you develop and grow in the role, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more, an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes, and enhanced company pension.

SOCOTEC UK are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Why SOCOTEC?

Here at SOCOTEC UK, we have over 2,000 colleagues across our divisions delivering world-class services to our customers. We have several business streams that provides an unrivalled range of testing, inspection, and certification and advisory services throughout the UK, and we deliver excellence to our customers by…