Geophysicist 1

Job Description

Who we are:
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative, but work well within a team.

Job Purpose: The Geophysicist is one of the members of a survey team and is responsible for all aspects relating to the quality of the recorded geophysical data, the completeness of the survey, and the interpretation of the geophysical records. He is also responsible for writing the final report and overseeing the production of charts, in coordination with the Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:
1) Survey Planning - To plan for geophysical data acquisition as per the scope, specification, and schedule for survey.
2) Survey Quality Assurance - Follow appropriate work instructions for geophysical data acquisition.
3) Pre-Mob checks - To check all geophysical survey equipment and GLOG / GPLOT data logging and Interpretation systems in workshop, prior to mobilisation on the survey vessel/site.
4) Mobilisation - To actively participate in installation, interfacing, setting to work and configuration of all survey equipment and systems, and undertake their calibration/verification on the field.
5) Deployment of Survey Equipment: To acquire adequate knowledge and skills in effective deployment of geophysical Survey equipment, Systems and data interpretation techniques, for meeting the objectives of the Survey work.
6) Online Quality Control of the Geophysical Data Acquired: - Ensure the quality and adequacy of the data acquired to enable further interpretation and Reporting, and finally meeting the objectives of the survey work. Order re-runs if data quality is not adequate.
7) Data Backups / Archival: To ensure geophysical data is acquired as per approved survey procedures and duly annotate, backup and archive the same regularly in the field.
8) Data Processing to Reporting: To carryout detailed interpretation of geophysical data in the field, and prepare preliminary field reports and final reports for clients.
9) QC of charts / Drawings: Carryout QC of all the geophysical data / results of interpretations as plotted on charts/drawings accompanying the Report on Survey.
10) Soil sampling: To acquire drop-core / vibro-core samples of sea-bed, carryout onfield analysis of the samples, preparation of soil sample log sheet, proper sealing of samples and QC of lab-test reports received.
11) Any other work as assigned by the Company

Principal Working Relationships:
1) To report to PC / PM, whilst deputed on field jobs.
2) To report to Resource Manager & Reporting Manager whilst in Office, for day to day administration, competence Assessment, training and career development

Qualifications required:
M.Sc./M.Tech – Geophysics / Geology or related subjects

Skills / experience required to do the job:
1) 3+ years
2) Experience in offshore surveys.
3) Knowledge of geophysical equipment and software in use.
4) High degree of technical reporting skills in the English language
5) Must have skills: Acquisition, processing, and interpretation of SSS, SBP & Magnetometer data. Soil sampling/analysis using Grab sampler / Gravity corer; Field reporting
6) Good to have skills: UHR (Acquisition / Processing); Good command in English & report writing skills

Role specific competencies required:
1) Problem-solving/judgment
2) Teamwork
3) Information and communication:
4) Client focus
5) (Project) planning & organizing:
6) Agility
7) QHSE performance

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 at Fugro. So 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 collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behavior and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and livable world’ – and to each other.

HSE Responsibilities:
Responsible for ensuring safety of self and others at site. Prevent damage of equipment and assets Responsible for following all safety signs/procedures/ safe working practices Responsible for using appropriate PPE’s Responsible for participating in mock drills. Entitled to refuse any to undertake any activity considered unsafe. Responsible for filling up of hazard observation card, wherever hazard has been noticed at site. Responsible for safe housekeeping of his work place. To stop any operation that is deemed unsafe To be able to operate fire extinguisher in case of fire To report an incident as soon as possible to immediate supervisor and HSE manager To complete HSE trainings as instructed to do so.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.