Summary

We are seeking a Senior Geophysicist who is highly motivated, inquisitive, and thorough, capable of leading and managing complex geophysical projects. This individual will have in-depth knowledge of geophysical investigations, a strategic mindset, and a passion for mentoring and sharing knowledge within our growing team.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Lead the design and planning of geophysical surveys, providing input on complex technical solutions at the proposal stage, and refining these during project execution. As a senior member of the team, oversee the application of advanced geophysical techniques to meet client needs.
• Fieldwork Oversight: Oversee data quality and ensure technical integrity throughout fieldwork stages, conducting site visits as required.
• Advanced Data Analysis: Provide leadership in the processing, interpretation, and reporting stages of projects, taking full responsibility for complex and high-value projects.
• Quality and Innovation: Maintain and enhance Zetica’s high standards of quality assurance, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget while incorporating innovative techniques.
• Cross‑Sector Expertise: Lead projects across Zetica’s core departments, including transport infrastructure, engineering/geotechnical, geological/environmental geophysical surveys, unexploded ordnance detection, and utility service detection.
• Mentorship and Development: Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to colleagues.
• Occasional Fieldwork: While predominantly office‑based, undertake occasional fieldwork, primarily in the UK with potential international travel.

Requirements

• Academic Qualifications: A postgraduate degree in geophysics or a related field.
• Experience: At least 7 years of relevant hands‑on experience in high‑resolution, near‑surface geophysical investigations, with a proven track record of leading complex, large‑scale projects.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in a wide range of geophysical methods, including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Electromagnetics (EM), Magnetometry, Microgravity, Electrical methods (resistivity, induced polarisation), and Seismic methods (P‑ and S‑wave seismic refraction, surface wave analysis).
• Software Proficiency: Expertise in geophysical data processing and interpretation software such as Oasis Montaj, GeoGiga, SurfSeis, Res2Dinv, Zonde, Aarhus Workbench, or similar. Coding experience in Python, GIS and mapping tools (AutoCAD, Microstation, ArcGIS, QGIS) is highly desirable.
• Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership capabilities, excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex technical findings to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: Forward‑thinking individual adept at driving research and development within the geophysics discipline.

Job Types / Employment

Full‑time, Permanent

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• On‑site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Profit sharing

Eligibility

You must already have the right to work in the United Kingdom, as we do not sponsor visas.

Location

Eynsham (preferred)

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering