Principal Geophysicist - Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane location
Core
Leading advanced geophysical solutions for complex ground engineering challenges in major infrastructure, tunnelling, resources, energy, and environmental projects.
Role type
Principal Engineering Geophysicist (Technical Leader & Project Manager)
Builds
Geophysical survey designs, technical reports, and strategic project outcomes for clients and internal teams.
Domain
Geoscience and Engineering Consultancy (Ground Engineering)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Geophysical survey design, data processing, data interpretation, project scoping and management, contract negotiation, commercial oversight, technical report production, client relationship management, team mentoring, safety leadership, industry technology research
Preferred skills
Master's or PhD in Geophysics, experience with multi-disciplinary project delivery
Technologies
Rayfract, Refract, SurfSeis, SeisImager, ReflexW 2D/3D, GeoTom, SonarWiz, Res2DInv, WellCAD
Responsibilities
Lead data acquisition, analysis and interpretation for airborne, ground, marine and borehole geophysical surveys; Provide high-level geophysical advice on complex ground engineering challenges; Develop and verify robust geophysical methodologies; Scope, manage and deliver projects of varying complexity including contract negotiation; Guide clients through complex technical issues and regulatory processes; Contribute expert technical input to proposals and strategic pursuits; Drive safety leadership and uphold HSE responsibilities; Mentor and coach geophysicists to build team capability
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership and mentorship