Science & Technology Opportunity: Geological Technician

Geological Technician Current Vacancies

2007-06-17:

Geological technicians support the work of professional geologists by collecting and analysing information from rock samples.

Much of the work involves routine laboratory duties - preparing rock and soil samples for testing, and carrying out
the laboratory equipment. processing, interpreting data from seismic surveys and the preparation of geological maps.

Senior technicians may be responsible for training and supervising juniors, scheduling the work, maintaining quality standards and producing reports.

Geological technicians based in a laboratory usually work 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Part-time work is If working in a laboratory, geological technicians have to wear protective clothing and safety equipment when involved in certain type of activities.

If the employer is one of the international service companies that supports the oil, gas and mining industries, there may be opportunities to work abroad.

Most geological technicians are employed in the oil sector. geologists. part of the Natural Environment Research Council NERC.
Additionally, in a drive to lower costs, many of the large oil companies outsource a lot of work to service companies.

Larger organisations tend to have formal career structures; technicians employed in smaller companies may have less education. Overseas work may be possible with some employers.

Experienced technicians with a HND might earn between 16,000 and 23,000 . Senior technicians can earn up to 32,000 (Permalink)