Hydrographic Surveyor

Boskalis; Liverpool, Tendring; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension package

Training through Boskalis Academy

Job summary

Boskalis Westminster Ltd, the UK subsidiary of the Royal Boskalis Group, is seeking a Hydrographic Surveyor to lead survey activities for major dredging and marine projects in the UK. You will independently perform hydrographic and topographic surveys, coordinate with project teams, and ensure QA and safety standards are met.

Join a global leader in dredging and maritime services, with opportunities to work on high-profile projects and contribute to coastal protection and land reclamation

Qualifications

• Degree in Hydrography or related field.
• 3+ years in near/offshore survey.
• Experience with multibeam and topo systems.
• Knowledge of Beamworkx and/or Qinsy/QPS.
• MS Office proficiency (Word/Excel).
• Ability to lead data acquisition, equipment installation and mobilisations.
• Independent work capability and proactive approach.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Set up and execute hydrographic and topographic survey work to safety and QA standards.
• Assist Project managers in running projects of varying size.
• Interact with dredging plant requiring survey input.
• Manage project survey data, calibrations, and QA reporting.
• Solve technical survey problems during projects.
• Supervise trainees and junior surveyors.
• Stay informed on survey trends and propose improvements to the Survey Operations Manager.

Skills

Problem solving

Independent worker

Proactive mindset

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Hydrography

Tools

Beamworkx

Qinsy (QPS)

Dredgeview

MS Office

Job description

• What we promise 1: Contributing to one of a kind projects
• Organisation: Dredging
• Region: UK
• What we ask of you 3: Taking Initiative
• What we ask of you 1: Problem Solving
• Disciplines: Operations
• What we promise 2: Creating new horizons, literally
• What we promise 3: Not your average 9-to-5
• What we ask of you 2: Customer Focus

Company Description

Boskalis Westminster Ltd, is the UK subsidiary of the Royal Boskalis Group, a leading global dredging and offshore contractor and maritime services provider. With roots in the Netherlands and operations around the globe, we pride ourselves on innovation, safety, and sustainability, offering challenging careers in the heart of the marine engineering sector.

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects.Dredging is one of Boskalis’ core activities and has been at the heart of our business for over 100 years. We have delivered major international projects, including land reclamation for Manila International Airport, the development of Pulau Tekong in Singapore, Singapore’s first polder, and the expansion of the Suez Canal. We have also contributed to the creation of new nature areas such as the Marker Wadden.

Within this role, you will be part of our Dredging division, working on projects that protect coastlines, reclaim land and support the development of vital infrastructure.

Our long history reflects the ingenuity, expertise and commitment of our people. By working collaboratively, we continue to deliver complex projects and create lasting impact around the world.

Job Description

Make your mark as a Hydrographic Surveyor at Boskalis!

The Hydrographic Surveyoris a self reliant technical professional and is expected to initiate, carry out and report on all Hydrographic and topographic survey work for projects.

Main Tasks:

• Setting up, installing, and then independently executing all hydrographic and topographic survey work for a project in-line with the safety, health, environment and quality standards.
• Assist Project managers in the running of projects of varying size.
• Interact with dredging plant which require survey input.
• Administering the project survey data, performing all relevant calibrations, and reporting within the company QA system
• Solving technical survey problems during a project.
• Supervising trainees and junior surveyors.
• Staying informed about survey related trends and developments and suggesting improvements to the Survey Operations Manager on a detailed level.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, such as: Hydrography, Marine Geography, Marine Science, Land Survey or related field.
• 3 years + experience in near and/or offshore survey industry.
• Detailed and experience based knowledge of multibeam and topographic systems.
• Experience in the use of Beamworkx and/or Qinsy (QPS software).
• Knowledge of MS office (specifically Word and Excel).
• The capability to lead data acquisition, equipment installation and mobilisations.
• The ability to work independently, with a proactive mentality.
• Full UK driving licence and Right to Work in the UK.
• Previous experience in mobilisation of Hydrographic equipment and vessels.
• Work within the dredging/marine construction sector
• Dredgeview Software experience

Additional Information

What you can expect:

• A dynamic environment: A job where you can make an impact as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
• Rewarding conditions:As well as offering a competitive salary we give industry leading benefits, including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (based on a full-time contract), a generous pension package, with the opportunity to add flexible benefits.
• Career development: Plenty of opportunities to realise your full potentialwith training and development through our Boskalis Academy
• Your team:Reporting to the Survey Manager in the Survey department.
• Where you will work:We have multiple roles based in the Liverpool/NW area, Harwich area and across the UK.
• Full/part-time job:Full time job
• Permanent/Fixed Term:This is a permanent position.

Interested?