Rory Noden
Macclesfield,United Kingdom
Summary
A highly skilled geophysicist with expertise in geophysical methods such as GPR, ERT, VES, seismic refraction/reflection, magnetotellurics, magnetic, and gravity surveys. Proficient in processing and analysing large datasets using Python, pyGIMLi, RStudio, MATLAB, Linux, ArcGIS Pro and Microsoft Excel. Demonstrates strong scientific writing abilities with a notable dissertation on Geophysical Imaging of Abandoned Shallow Mines at Whitley Bay completed at a 2:1 level. Experience working long and unsocial hours, using both independent and teamworking skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Lifeguard
Poynton Leisure Centre, Everybody Health and Leisure
2022.04 - 2026.08
- Qualified RLSS NPLQ lifeguard and have been working part-time alongside school/university study.
- Developed useful skills in communication, customer service, and time management.
- Completed regular monthly training to remain competent and up to date on first aid requirements.
- Involving working unsocial hours and on weekends
Freelance Field Geophysicist
Geothermal Wells LLC
Durham, Durham
2025.01 - 2025.05
- In-field set-up of Magnetotellurics surveys to locate suitable areas for geothermal borehole drilling
- Using advanced computer software to run the survey and collect data
- Involved early morning and late evening work, and working within a small field team
Warehouse / practical work
RGN Flooring Supplies Ltd.
2021.07 - 2021.09
- Worked as part of the warehouse team packaging items, tidying the building and supporting office tasks.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Geophysics
Durham University
2023.09 - 2026.07
A Levels - Geography, Physics and Maths
Poynton Sixth Form
GCSEs -
Poynton High School
Skills
- Geophysical methods : GPR, ERT, VES, seismic refraction/reflection, magnetotellurics, magnetic, and gravity surveys
- Processing, software and coding: Python, pyGIMLi, RStudio, MATLAB, Linux, ArcGIS Pro and Microsoft Excel
- Experience handling and processing large datasets
- Scientific writing skills developed throughout my degree, with a final dissertation at 2:1 level (Geophysical Imaging of Abandoned Shallow Mines at Whitley Bay)
Certification
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Gen 9, Automated External Defibrillator Certificate, and BLS & Anaphylaxis Management Certificate.
Gold Duke of Edinburgh award.
Geophysics Dissertation Details
BSc dissertation – Geophysical Imaging of Abandoned Shallow Coal Mines 2025–2026. Using a large GPR dataset to investigate shallow coastal mine workings near Whitley Bay. Processing and interpreting radar data to assess uncertain subsurface features, including disturbed reflectors, diffractions, attenuation and chaotic zones. Linking the project to wider research into abandoned mine systems and possible geothermal mine-water heat extraction. Writing the project as a scientific dissertation, with emphasis on method, uncertainty, limitations and interpretation.
Affiliations
- Football
- Swimming
- Padel
Timeline
Freelance Field Geophysicist
Geothermal Wells LLC
2025.01 - 2025.05
BSc (Hons) - Geophysics
Durham University
2023.09 - 2026.07
Lifeguard
Poynton Leisure Centre, Everybody Health and Leisure
2022.04 - 2026.08
Warehouse / practical work
RGN Flooring Supplies Ltd.
2021.07 - 2021.09
A Levels - Geography, Physics and Maths
Poynton Sixth Form
GCSEs -
Poynton High School