Project Geophysicist

Geo-data# Project Geophysicist Location+ Wallingford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
** Job Description
** Step into a role where science meets real world impact. Fugro is looking for a motivated Project Geophysicist to join our UK Land Site Characterisation team and play a key part in delivering high quality geophysical insight for projects that shape infrastructure, energy and the environment. If you are excited by the idea of working hands on with cutting edge survey equipment, leading field operations and transforming raw data into meaningful interpretations, this is a chance to grow your career at the forefront of geo data innovation.

As a Project Geophysicist, you will take ownership of the full project lifecycle from planning and acquisition to processing, reporting and client engagement. You will collaborate with a talented network of geoscience professionals and contribute to the technical excellence that defines Fugro’s global reputation.
** Your role and responsibilities:
*** Acquire, process, interpret and report land geophysical data
* Operate a range of land geophysical survey equipment and plant
* Plan and carry out field operations and support project delivery
* Lead low to medium complexity projects or work within a wider team
* Liaise with clients throughout field and reporting phases
* Prepare project documentation including survey plans, protocols, risk assessments, method statements and quality plans
* Complete premobilisation equipment checks and calibrations
* Coordinate with approved suppliers for third party equipment and plant
* Carry out regular data quality control during fieldwork
* Meet daily reporting requirements for client and Fugro
* Maintain quality, health, safety, security and environmental standards during field operations
* Oversee equipment and plant checks throughout fieldwork
* Back up and transfer geophysical data and site notes
* Ensure field operations stay on schedule and record any standby time
* Implement data processing protocols and carry out processing tasks
* Produce factual and interpretative geophysical reports
* Prepare project deliverables for client submission
* Review and respond to client comments and queries
* Contribute to project close out and lessons learned
* Support technical development through presentations and contributions to technical material
** What you’ll need to thrive in this role:
*** Degree in Earth Science or a similar subject
* Experience working with land geophysical survey equipment and data
* Ability to plan and carry out field operations
* Strong communication skills for client and internal liaison
* Ability to work within project teams and support junior staff
* Good organisational skills for managing documentation and project tasks
* Ability to carry out data processing and quality control
* Strong problem-solving skills during field and reporting phases
* Commitment to quality, health, safety, security and environmental standards
* Eagerness to travel for fieldwork within the United Kingdom & Overseas
* A full UK manual driving licence
* Proficiency in English
** What experience is advantageous to this role:
*** Experience in a relevant Earth Science profession
* Certification such as Construction Skills Certification Scheme, Emergency First Aid at Work and Institution of Occupational Safety and Health Managing Safely or willingness to obtain them
*** Who we are
****** What we offer
*** Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better.

We encourage you to be yourself  bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.
*** Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion
*** At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us…