JOB OVERVIEW:

Geophysicists find oil and gas by building a clear picture of what is below the Earth's surface.

Geophysicists typically do extensive field research and lab work. Using sophisticated instruments and research methods, a geophysicist may help locate natural resources such as groundwater or petroleum.

Geophysicists often work in multidisciplinary teams alongside geologists, engineers, and other Earth scientists to address various challenges related to natural resource exploration, environmental monitoring, and hazard assessment. Their work is essential for understanding the Earth's subsurface and addressing real-world problems related to natural resources, environmental sustainability, and geohazards.

A Geomechanics domain forms an integral part of all oil and gas operations, be it drilling, acidizing, fracking, controlling losses and optimizing proppants. Geomechanics integrates principles from geology, physics, and engineering to provide insights into the behavior of Earth materials under different conditions. This understanding is applied in a variety of industries to address challenges related to construction, resource extraction, and natural hazard mitigation.

Day to day:

• Analysing and interpreting data
• Plan and conduct field tests
• Designing
• Data processing
• Preparing and delivering project bids

Key skills: 

• Physics
• Mathematics
• Geology
• Petroleum Engineering

Personal skills: 

• Communications skills
• Presentation skills
• Patience
• Team work