Senior Geophysicist

About Cathie

Cathie is a leading global offshore geoscience and geotechnical engineering consultancy specialising in geospatial analysis, marine geophysics and geotechnics, marine cables and landing, foundation engineering, pipelines, trenching and numerical analyses.

We continuously challenge the way we do things with a view to improve and innovate. We work primarily in the offshore renewable energy industry for clients who design, install and operate offshore, nearshore and onshore infrastructure. Our geophysics discipline is in high demand due to our depth of experience and reputation in the industry advising high profile developers and contractors alike.

About the position

Your role will involve validation of contractor deliverables, geophysical interpretation of seabed and sub-seabed data, and the integration of geophysical, geological and geotechnical data.

You will deliver geophysical and ground modelling commissions, produce and review technical reports, and be responsible for the planning, specification and management of offshore survey campaigns. On occasion, you will manage multidisciplinary project teams, and be involved in tendering and project management.

You will participate in research of new innovative methods, advance company best practise and (if appropriate) manage junior staff. You may be chosen to lead some of the current initiatives designed to deepen our knowledge in ground modelling and interpretation, database reporting, python programming, machine learning, etc. You will be given the opportunity to learn from Cathie’s position and experience in the market and exchange views with similarly skilled peers.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a geophysicist, ideally experienced in ground modelling in the offshore industry to work with our team in the UK. The successful applicant will work alongside existing senior offshore engineering and geophysical staff and junior colleagues to deliver consultancy services for offshore energy projects.

The ideal candidate will have at least a degree in geology or geophysics and experience in the application of geophysical methods in support of offshore infrastructure projects, either for renewables or oil and gas developments.

The desired applicant will have at least 5 year’s experience in the offshore industry, where you will have demonstrated an ability to deliver geoscience commissions and ground model studies. You will have a passion for sharing knowledge and advance your technical knowledge and best practices. Offshore supervision and contractor’s experience in the renewable energy or oil and gas markets is also sought-after, but as a minimum, office-based processing, analysis, interpretation, reporting and delivery experience is required.

The successful candidate will:

1. Produce high-quality products and deliverables, working to a high standard;
2. Demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop new technical knowledge and business acumen;
3. Demonstrate the desired level of technical experience and ability;
4. Show effective management of his/her own work in terms of quality, timescales, utilisation and invoicing;
5. Hold good communication skills, initiative and team work ethic;
6. 6. Represent Cathie at client meetings, workshops, presentations and publications;
7. 7. Lead and/or contribute to project management activities, including budgets, resources, client liaison, delivery, and QA;
8. 8. Demonstrate respect for fellow colleagues and managers, good work attitude and strong work ethic.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of typical and innovative seabed survey methods;
• Knowledge of typical and innovative sub-seabed survey methods with a focus on the upper 100m below sea-bed;
• Expert knowledge of geophysical workstation workflows and practice for geophysical and geotechnical data integration;
• Working knowledge of Quaternary Geology and Geotechnical engineering;
• Experience using IHS Kingdom, Petrel, OpendTect, or DUG workstation software;
• Experience using Coda or Sonarwiz, Oasis Montaj, ArcGIS or QGIS software;
• Good Microsoft Excel skills;
• Ability to write technical reports in a concise, precise and logical format;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Good project and general management skills;
• Good interdisciplinary communication skills;
• Ability to think independently and solve problems with innovative solutions;
• Ability to manage own workload and prioritise tasks, and;
• Passion for geoscience, engineering and the renewable energy sector.

Desirable:

• Chartered status or demonstrable progress on the path to Chartership;
• Offshore survey experience, current offshore working certificates;
• Experience of nearshore, intertidal and landfall survey methods;
• Experience using Python, Tableau, Power BI, and;
• Knowledge of local and international standards pertaining to geophysical survey

Why work for Cathie?

• The opportunity to work for a leading engineering consultancy with significant reputation in offshore engineering
• CPD support and senior mentorship from industry leads
• A modern and friendly office environment in Newcastle City Centre
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working
• Mentorship by lead engineers with a reputation in the business
• Competitive salary package and bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare and dentalcare
• Bike to work and electric car scheme
• Monthly social activities for all staff
• Weekly yoga classes to encourage staff well-being
• Remote working opportunities and assignments to other offices