Geophysicist
WSPWhat if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
At WSP, we’re driven by a simple purpose: to help create a more sustainable, resilient world. Our Earth & Environment team brings together innovative thinking, deep technical expertise, and global experience to tackle our clients’ biggest environmental and engineering challenges.
We don’t just deliver projects, we anticipate what’s around the corner. With local insight and global reach, we work alongside our clients to provide practical, future‑focused solutions that create real impact. It’s why we’re the world’s leading environmental consulting firm and a trusted partner across the built and natural environment.
If you’re passionate about geophysics and want to work with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team making a genuine difference, this is your chance.
What You’ll Do
As a Geophysicist at WSP in Australia, you’ll be hands‑on across a variety of exciting geophysical investigations, both on land and over water. You will:
- Deliver near‑surface geophysical surveys including seismic refraction, MASW, electrical resistivity imaging, magnetics, GPR, electromagnetics, and microgravity.
- Conduct downhole geophysical logging using televiewer and seismic tools.
- Support the collection of over‑water geophysical data such as seismic reflection, refraction, resistivity, magnetic and bathymetry datasets.
- Design shallow land‑based and marine geophysical surveys using a range of techniques.
- Process, analyse, and interpret data using industry‑standard geophysical software.
- Integrate geophysical and geotechnical datasets to deliver high‑value insights.
- Maintain, troubleshoot and calibrate geophysical equipment.
- Collaborate closely with specialists across WSP offices and disciplines to deliver seamless project outcomes.
About You
You’ll bring a strong technical foundation, curiosity, and a willingness to work in dynamic environments. You’re likely to offer:
- A Bachelor of Science (Geophysics or related field). Postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.
- Practical experience in at least two of the following:
- Seismic refraction
- Seismic reflection
- MASW
- Electrical resistivity imaging
- Ground penetrating radar
- Borehole televiewers
- Electromagnetics
- Magnetometry
- Microgravity
- Experience applying geophysics in structural geology or geotechnical contexts.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence preparing clear, technically sound reports.
- A willingness to work in the field, including remote project locations.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.
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