Principal Geophysicist - Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane location
WSPSydney, New South Wales, Australia ⢠Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ⢠Queensland, Australia
Posted March 10, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
WSP is a leading professional services consulting firm specializing in advisory services, transportation and infrastructure, energy, engineering, planning, environmental management, buildings, water, property, scientific research, and program management. With a Future ReadyÂŽ mindset, WSP delivers sustainable solutions that shape communities for generations to come.
Job Description
Join WSP as a Principal Geophysicist and make a significant impact on complex ground engineering challenges in Australia. Lead data acquisition and analysis, provide high-level geophysical advice, and mentor the next generation of geophysicists.
Requirements
- Bachelorâs degree in Geophysics (Masterâs or PhD highly regarded).
- 15+ yearsâ experience delivering geophysical services across major projects.
- Proficiency with industry geophysical software (e.g., Rayfract, Refract, SurfSeis, SeisImager, ReflexW 2D/3D, GeoTom, SonarWiz, Res2DInv, WellCAD).
- Valid unrestricted driverâs licence for use in Australia.
Benefits
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Wellbeing programs