Geophysicist (Supervisor)

1w1 week ago

Magnitude Surveys

Bradford, GB · Full-time · £33,500 – £37,400

About this role

A Geophysicist (Supervisor) is a burgeoning technical leader responsible for supervising day-to-day activities on geophysical projects. This includes both fieldwork and reporting elements on large, complex, and non-standard surveys like GPR, EM, and multimethod projects. Fieldwork capacity averages 40-50% of the time with emphasis on complex supervision.

Lead planning of survey strategies during fieldwork to ensure successful execution. Ensure office and fieldwork work hits or exceeds targets and deadlines. Provide line management for junior staff alongside hands-on project oversight.

Join a diverse company of collaborative individuals focused on bespoke heritage and non-heritage geophysics. Grown organically from 3 to over 50 employees, working with major contractors on UK projects from community surveys to national infrastructure. MS is a CIfA Registered Organisation and FAME member.

Play a key role in staff development, training juniors, and supporting analysis, technical, and research activities. Benefit from clear career progression, field and office training, and paid certifications. Contribute to industry development through integrated techniques and unbiased advice.

Requirements

Minimum of three years experience in the Heritage, Geology or Geophysics sectors
Competent and experienced geophysical surveyor, with demonstrable experience of successfully supervising teams on site
Full UK manual driving license
Willingness to work outdoors in all weathers & away from home
Self Motivated and Driven
Eligible to work in the UK without restriction

Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day activities on geophysical projects, including fieldwork and reporting
Lead planning on survey strategies during fieldwork, including large, complex, and non-standard projects (e.g., GPR, EM, multimethod)
Ensure office and fieldwork work hits or exceeds targets and deadlines
Develop and train junior staff members
Provide line management of junior staff
Supervise complex and non-standard projects averaging 40-50% of time
Feed into development and support of analysis, technical, and research activities

Benefits

Profit share bonuses
Up to 10% employer matched pension contributions via salary sacrifice
Subsistence and accommodation provided for most surveys (depending on commuting distance)
20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, additional paid leave for Christmas to New Year closure, and extra days with length of service
Field & office based training and clear career progression
Paid site safety certifications (CSCS, LANTRA) and professional accreditation (CIfA)
Auto enrolment onto private medical insurance through AXA, mental health first aiders, and 24/7 EAP helpline
Employee perks including discounts at major retailers, gym membership discount, and free breakfast & beverages