Role Overview & Specifications

Cornwall Mining Consultants is seeking an enthusiastic and conscientious Research Geologist (either recent Graduate or with experience) to join our Mining Searches team.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Geological, Environmental or Archaeological sciences and be passionate about Cornwall and it's mining history.

Skills required:

  • Basic geological understanding of South West region.
  • Experience with QGIS, ArcGIS or similar.
  • Map reading/geological mapping.
  • Proficient with Ms Office suite.
  • Team player and good communicator.
  • Attention to detail and conscientious approach essential.

Beneficial experience but not essential (training will be provided):

  • Interpretation of underground mine plans and historic documents.
  • Theoretic or practical knowledge of mine and/or geological surveying.
  • Manipulation and interpretation of satellite and aerial images.
  • Application of digital datasets in GIS.

The successful candidate will be trained to research historic mining archive documents; interpret complex mine plans and geological records; appraise aerial and satellite data and predict areas of likely mining subsidence. You will be working in a varied and experienced team producing mining search reports and detailed desk studies for sites throughout the South West. The work is office based with field excursions when the opportunity arises.

  • Opportunities for personal development and progression with annual reviews and discretionary bonus.
  • 7.5 hour working days with 30 min unpaid break.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Friendly team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £21,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Flexitime
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Flexitime
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

  • Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Camborne, TR14 0HX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

  • Bachelor's (required)

Language:

  • English (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: G/RG2023

About Cornwall Mining Consultants

Cornwall Mining Consultants is an actively verified employer hiring talent across technology, engineering, and operations.

  • Headquarters: United States / United Kingdom
  • Company Size: 1,000+ employees
  • Trust Rating: 95 / 100 (Official Registry Audited)

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