Senior Hydrographic Surveyor

Job Description

The role:

Fugro are recruiting for a senior hydrographic processor to join our world-leading geophysical survey team based at our waterfront office in Portchester on the UK’s south coast. As a senior hydrographic processor, you will be responsible for processing hydrographic data on a wide variety of projects. You will be working with teams in the field and project surveyors in the office to deliver industry-leading data to our clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to work on a variety of projects and in a range of markets (including renewables, UXO, pipeline inspection). The role will combine time based at our Portchester office, at site office such as our remote operations centre in Aberdeen, and offshore on Fugro vessels. Therefore, you will get the opportunity to experience both the onshore and offshore environment, working at the forefront of marine geophysical science.

The successful candidate will be working closely with the project team. This includes the project manager, vessel team, other processors and our clients. You will report to a project surveyor.

The ideal candidate will:

• Want to work in an innovative environment with access to the latest equipment and software;

• Want to be part of some of the largest offshore development projects in the world, including prestigious offshore wind projects;

• Want to work in a dynamic, supportive and ambitious team with opportunities to develop new skills;

• Enjoy a varied role where no day is the same as the previous one.

You will play a key role in:

• Processing, interpreting and reporting of hydrographic data, including multibeam echosounder, GNSS tides, SVPs, USBL and backscatter;

• Delivering high quality data at all phases of the project, including acquisition, processing, interpretation, reporting and deliverables;

• Assisting with vessel mobilisations and demobilisations where required;

• Undertaking offshore survey operations, including offshore processing, assisting with back-deck operations, undertaking data coverage checks and creating infill lineplans;

• Coaching, mentoring and motivating other processors and surveyors to work efficiently, safely and to high standards;

• Undertaking research and development work, including improvements to workflows, testing new software/hardware, remote working, training and team building.

Who we’re looking for:

Essential

• A qualification in hydrography, ocean science, earth mapping or closely related subject;

• A minimum of 2 years industry-experience as a hydrographic data processor, or a minimum of 3 years industry-experience as a hydrographic surveyor;

• An analytical mindset, shown by experience in data management, data processing and/or programming/coding;

• Good verbal and written English language skills;

• An ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and clients;

• Confidence working under pressure to tight deadlines;

• A high attention to detail, quality and safety;

• We require applicants to live within (or relocate to) a commutable distance from our Portchester office.

Desirable

• Experience of industry-standard hydrographic processing software, such as Teledyne CARIS, Fugro Starfix, QPS FMGT or Applanix POSPac;

• Offshore/practical experience in oil and gas, ocean science, renewables and/or survey industries;

• Able to work offshore for periods of up to 4 weeks.

Please note, for offshore work you will need to pass an offshore medical prior to employment. Candidates who want no offshore time are also welcome to apply.

What we’ll offer you:

Benefits for this role include:

• A competitive salary accompanied by offshore/ROC survey allowances;

• Contributory pension scheme;

• Life assurance;

• Private medical insurance;

• 24 days annual leave, increasing over time, and with an option to buy more;

• Cycle to work scheme and electric vehicle scheme;

• Hybrid working;

• Access to the Fugro Academy training platform;

• Wellbeing support through an employee assistance programme and a social committee.

Fugro offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. We encourage you to be yourself. So, bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. Bring your questions and opinions too, because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

To apply, please send both a CV and covering letter.

About us:

Fugro are the world’s leading, independent provider of geo-intelligence and asset integrity solutions for large constructions, infrastructure and natural resources. We provide the technical data and information required to design, construct and maintain large structures and infrastructure in a safe, reliable and efficient manner. Working around the globe, predominantly in energy and infrastructure markets, we employ approximately 9,500 employees in around 60 countries.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**