Geology​/Geophysics

Morecambe Net Zero (MNZ) Project

Morecambe Net Zero (MNZ) is one of the UK’s most ambitious decarbonisation projects, transforming depleted gas fields in the East Irish Sea into a world‑class carbon storage hub.

Delivers specialist subsurface activities to achieve Spirit Energy’s strategic objective of commercialising carbon storage in the South Morecambe and North Morecambe carbon stores.

Location: Aberdeen

Duration: 1 year contract

Contract Type: PAYE

• Static geological modelling.
• Geomechanical modelling.
• Containment Risk Assessment updates.
• Preparation of carbon storage development plan.
• Preparation of monitoring plan.
• Corrective measure plan.
• Post‑closure planning including decommissioning, post‑closure monitoring and handover plan.
• Manage the interface with supply chain partners for specialist technical inputs and studies (microbial, fault seal, etc.).
• Support the subsurface work programme(s) and ensure the company meets its NSTA carbon storage license commitments and deadlines while remaining aligned with the priorities and constraints of the business.
• Support work to successfully secure a carbon storage permit aligned with the requirements of the MNZ project portfolio.
• Maintain technical alignment with wells, above ground and commercial aspects of the proposed development.
• Promote Spirit Energy with stakeholders, including at conferences and other events, to build awareness and confidence in the technical competence of the business.
• Any other associated duties as reasonably required.

• Deep subsurface technical subject matter expertise in geology and/or geophysics pertaining to carbon storage development.
• Recognised and trusted industry expert.
• Good understanding of the UK carbon storage regulatory regime including licensing, work programme fulfilment and permit application and award.
• Educated to degree level, ideally MSc in a relevant discipline such as Geophysics or Earth Science.

Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK and outline notice period / availability to start. Provide a PAYE day rate banding expectation when applying.