Geophysicist in Southampton

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 and gain exposure to a variety of projects in the offshore renewable energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Undertake fieldwork for extended periods of time away from home on projects onshore and offshore.
• 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.
• Assist with data archive and data repository management, ensuring safe storage of a large variety of data formats.
• Assist with mobilisations and equipment verifications under guidance.
• Assist with notifying software manufacturers of any bugs and assist with implementing solutions.
• 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.
• Chart and chartlet creation in QGIS or ArcGIS for relevant project documentation.
• 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.
• Identification, investigation and troubleshooting inconsistencies in data, ensuring that it complies with the project scope of work.
• Report preparation based on geophysical survey data and interpretation.
• Seabed contact identification and characterisation.
• 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.
• Understanding and working to company QHSE standards.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience working onboard vessels undertaking marine survey operations.
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Geology, Geophysics or other related marine or earth science.
• Ability to take initiative, to problem solve and troubleshoot data where required.
• Understanding of data management and required coordination skills to handle large volumes of data.
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a training environment.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Highly competent in the use of all Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
• Strong academic report writing skills.
• Able to work in the UK.
• Full valid UK driving license.

Desirable (not essential)

• Work experience with GIS and spatial data (QGIS & ArcGIS).
• Experience with a scripting language (e.g. Python).

Professional conduct

• Adhere to moral and ethical principles in all interactions.
• Be inclusive, respectful and team-focused.
• Being open and honest in communication and operations.
• Celebrate other people's successes - raise each other up.
• Contribute to a cooperative and supportive work environment.
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of data and company information.
• Maintain high levels of professionalism within the team.
• Providing a positive feedback loop to improve quality and practices.
• Take ownership of your training/development.
• Work safely - your safety and that of others.

Company Benefits

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

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role to #####.