Geologist
15AI EXPOSURE TODAY15
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST60%
NOT A FORECAST60%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£28,000 - £35,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Geologist
Geologists are the guardians of our planet's past, present, and future, unlocking the secrets of Earth's composition and processes. Their work is crucial in addressing climate change, managing natural resources, and ensuring sustainable development in the UK and globally.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI exposure for this job is below 50 on our index, and the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Organisations in this field
Organisations known to employ people in this area of work. This is not a list of current vacancies.
British Geological SurveyThe UK's premier geological research centre, offering extensive opportunities for professional development and impactful projects.
Environmental AgencyA government body focused on environmental protection, providing a dynamic work environment for Geological Surveyors.
RPS GroupAn international consultancy that values innovation and sustainability, offering diverse projects across the UK.AtkinsA leading design and engineering consultancy, providing opportunities to work on significant infrastructure projects.
AECOMA global engineering firm that focuses on sustainable solutions, offering a collaborative work culture.