Geophysicist

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 Summary:

The Geophysicist will be responsible for the proposal, acquisition, processing, interpretation and reporting of conventional geophysical data and deliverables including client liaison on a project basis.

He/she will be familiar with and comfortable operating a wide range of geophysical survey equipment.  The role may be part of a collaborative project team or may comprise leading projects of medium to high complexity.

The role will require planning and supervision of project geophysical operations comprising both Fugro and external personnel.  Project responsibilities will also include data QC and deliverables review as appropriate to their area of expertise.

He/she will provide technical input for proposals and tenders and will make recommendations for optimization and/or supplementary investigations where appropriate.

He/she will assist with the establishment and compilation of project procedures and technical delivery. He/she may be involved in supporting commercial activities associated with geophysical services and supporting technical development programmes.

He/she may be involved in running small LSC project other than geophysical survey for utilization.

He/she may require traveling to APAC region to support Geophysical Survey project.

About the role:

Project Preparation & Management

• Represent Fugro at site visits and pre-start meetings as required

• Prepare project specific documentation including, but not limited to:

  • Survey plans and data acquisition protocols

  • RAMS

  • Project Execution Plan

  • Quality Plan

  • Daily & Weekly progress reporting templates

• Ensure that necessary pre-mobilisation equipment checks and calibrations have been carried out as appropriate to the project

• Liaise with approved suppliers for provision of necessary third-party equipment and plant

• Liaise with Client representative(s) for operational planning

• Liaise with other service lines and other country geophysical service line staff for operational planning

Field Operations

• Manage geophysical field crews acting as Team Leader or Party Chief ensuring that:

  • Project specific data acquisition protocols are followed

  • Regular data quality control measures are in place

  • Client and Fugro specified daily reporting requirements are fulfilled

  • Client and Fugro specified QHSSE requirements are fulfilled

  • All necessary equipment and plant checks are carried out and reported throughout the fieldwork period

• Geophysical data and site notes are appropriately backed up and transferred to the Fugro network

• Communicate and act as the main point of contact with the Client for field activities

• Ensure that all relevant project information is communicated to the Fugro Project Manager

• Ensure that field operations are completed on schedule and that any standby is appropriately recorded and reported to the Fugro Project Manager and Client representative

Data processing, reporting & deliverables

• Ensure that geophysical data processing is carried out to meet the project deliverables by:

  • developing and implementing suitable data processing protocols

  • ensuring that junior geophysical staff are appropriately assigned and briefed on processing tasks

  • ensuring that regular data quality control is performed aligned with the project objectives and deliverables

• Carry out and/or supervise factual geophysical data reporting with support of senior geophysicists

• Carry out interpretative geophysical data reporting including collaboration with other service line staff as necessary

• Ensure that all required project data deliverables are prepared for client submission

• Carry out first line review of geophysical data reports prior to formal approval

• Review and respond to Client queries and comments on deliverables

• Represent geophysics at project meetings (internal and external)

• Contribute positively to project close out and lessons learnt sessions

Mentorship

• Provide informal mentorship to geophysical technical staff that includes:

  • internal training on key geophysical acquisition equipment/methodology

  • internal training on key geophysical processing procedures

  • ad-hoc support during each project phase

• Provide technical training to other Fugro service line staff where appropriate for geophysical method

Business Development & Sales

• Support business development and sales teams by providing technical input into proposal and tender submission

Technical Excellence

• Prepare and review proposal/project technical specifications and proposed protocols

• Contribute to preparation of internal guidance and best practice documentation

Requirements:

Education: Degree - Bachelor Science or similar

Working experience: 3 to 8 years in a relevant Earth Science profession

Languages & Proficiency: English Proficient

What we offer

• Competitive salary with Annual Wage Supplement

• Generous paid-leave

• Career & training opportunities (international opportunities possible)

• Company shuttle from various pick-up at MRT stations across Singapore

• Collective health insurance and outpatient benefits;

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to provide help when you need extra support.

• Additional benefits: Long Service Awards, Professional Membership, Weekly fitness-related activities, etc)

**Benefits may vary according to position/contract/grade level.

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 behaviour 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 liveable world’ – and to each other.

How to apply:

• Please include your latest resume in the application.

• Please describe your working rights in Singapore (work pass sponsorship is subject to quota and availability).

• We regret to inform that we will only process applications made via our Careers website (and other linked portals) and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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**.**