Graduate Geoscientist

Kick Start your Career with GHD!

Ready to kickstart your career and make a difference in the world of helping to maintain the globes energy needs during the Energy Transition and beyond If you are a recent graduate or will be graduating in 2026 we want YOU to join our dynamic Low Carbon Advisory team at GHD!

About GHD

With over 14000 professionals worldwide GHD is a leading engineering architecture and environmental consulting firm. We are committed to creating solutions that help transition to low-carbon energy sources enable sustainable urbanisation and safeguard water systems in a changing climate. Our work empowers communities reshapes landscapes and paves the way for a sustainable future.

At GHD we offer more than just a career; we offer the opportunity to join a global network of passionate engineers scientists and environmental specialists who are committed to making a difference. From tackling complex energy challenges to ensuring water resiliency our teams are actively involved in projects that contribute to a Net Zero future and sustainable urban living.

Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your curiosity innovation and commitment will drive real change. With on the job training mentoring and hands-on experience we will support you in your journey to help to the Worlds energy solutions as it transitions to a more sustainable future. Lets solve the big problems together and leave the world better than we found it.

Graduate Development at GHD

GHDs Graduate Program is aimed at developing our future technical specialists.

During our two-year global graduate development programme our Graduate Geoscientist will work with our Energy Transition Advisory team developing skills across a wide variety of projects associated with the Energy Transition from conventional (Oil and Gas) to low carbon energy sources (Geothermal Hydrogen) and Carbon Capture and Storage. Due to the diversity of GHD should suitable projects arise there is also the opportunity to work in the Water Renewable Energy Industrial Property and Buildings sectors both in the UK and overseas. Your contribution will make a positive lasting benefit to the environment and communities.

Whilst learning about our business our values your team and most importantly yourself you will develop your decision-making communication technical and leadership skills.

We offer mentoring and a variety of development activities providing on the job experience and exposure to a diverse range of projects. Once eligible we will also support you towards gaining Chartered Geologist (or equivalent) status.

Graduate Geoscientist Responsibilities

• Data Collection and Analysis:Collate analyse and load subsurface data gaining an understanding of basic geological data requirements and data limitations prior to interpretation.
• Data Interpretation: Review geological geophysical petrophysical data and undertake basic analysis. This includes seismic surveys core data well logs. Liaise with other departmental disciplines to reach a geologically appropriate model that best fits all the available data.
• Geological Modelling: Learning how to build update and evaluate theoretical and geocellular 2D/3D geological models. Estimate deterministic and probabilistic in-place volumes using appropriate industry standard software.
• Consulting Project Content Development:Develop collaborate and contribute materials to client deliverables for example slide decks for standardized presentations and client reports.
• Client Engagement:Assist with client engagement by arranging actions meetings events and supporting materials to promote positive client experiences.
• Personal Capability Building:Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation and where relevant improve performance and fulfill your personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology external regulation and industry best practices through ongoing education attending industry conferences and reviewing specialist media.
• Client & Customer Management (External):Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems
• Health Safety and Environment: Learn appropriate HSE behaviours and comply with GHD safety standards at all times.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Geology Geophysics or Geoscience related discipline.
• 0-2 years of professional experience related to the role.
• Able to attend the office a minimum of 3 days per week (London or Guildford).

What we offer

We offer a professional friendly and inclusive culture based on our core values of Safety Teamwork Respect and Integrity.

We are committed to the success of our people which is why we want to create the best employee experience that supports each member through all the stages of their career.

• A competitive salary
• A comprehensive benefits package; pension medical insurance income protection 25 days holiday with the option to buy an additional 4 weeks
• Enhanced parental leave
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle cycle to work discounted gym membership season ticket loan discounts on retail & wellbeing classes
• Access to our Employee Network Groups which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open inclusive platform
• Wellbeing resources and tools and demonstration of our commitment to wellbeing by signing up to the Mental Health at Work Commitment
• Team led flexible working
• Opportunities to grow your skills and shape your career towards technical expertise developing the market or leading a business or team
• International multi-cultural team of highly motivated individuals
• An exciting referral program; bring people with you!

Our commitment to you

Commitmentis a powerful word that defines how we do business how we serve our clients and how we care for one another. We will support your needs by giving you the tools to do your best work and then recognise achievements. We will set your curiosity free to allow brilliant minds to do their best work. We will invest in new ideas removing barriers where we can. Finally we will encourage you to collaborate with thousands of diverse people across our global business.

Equality diversity and inclusion lies at the heart of our team culture. We operate a flat intellectual hierarchy meaning every voice is heard and has genuine influence. We believe deeply in diversity of race gender sexual orientation religion ethnicity national origin and experience and we recognise the value this brings our collective team approach to solving challenging client problems.

Inclusionis hugely important to us and we want to ensure every team member can balance work around their unique personal circumstances. We will advocate for your professional development and provide access to formal education through the GHD Business School and practical application through technical delivery.

Please note that for graduate positions we do not offer sponsorship for work visas or immigration. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK to be considered for this role.

Ready to start your career and make a difference Please hit the apply now button and should your application be successful member of our team will reach out to you.

At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD aims to provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to gender reassignment age disability religion or belief sex sexual orientation marital or civil partnership status pregnancy or race.