Hydrographic Surveyor — Chart Safe Seas & Data Insights

UKHMA; Tendring; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harwich Haven Authority seeks an experienced hydrographic surveyor to plan and deliver surveys from shallow intertidal waters to 12 nautical miles into the North Sea. You will work with multibeam, single-beam, seismic and ADCP sensors to produce accurate data, charts and reports supporting navigation, dredging and environmental monitoring.

The role requires practical knowledge of hydrographic systems, software (HYPACK/Qimera, Cadcorp, 3DEO) and the ability to manage equipment, data processing

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hydrographic multibeam systems and motion reference units.
• Experience in hydrographic surveying or a related field.
• Experience mobilising, maintaining and calibrating hydrographic equipment.
• Experience with HYPACK or Qimera and GIS software.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing conditions.
• Clear communication and collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word and Excel; valid driving licence and ENG1 medical.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out hydrographic surveys to required standards.
• Use multibeam, single-beam, seismic, side-scan sonar and ADCP sensors.
• Mobilise, calibrate and maintain survey equipment including tide sensors.
• Process and interpret data; chart bathymetric datasets using GIS.
• Produce survey reports for submission to authorities.
• Maintain survey records and support external datasets (XYZ, LiDAR).
• Undertake sampling to support licence requirements and environmental monitoring.
• Develop and document survey procedures; keep up with new tech and methods.
• Collaborate with Marine department to implement Port Marine Safety Code.

Skills

Multibeam

Motion reference units

Hydrographic surveying

Analytical skills

Independent working

Communication

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

ENG1 medical

Driving licence

Tools

HYPACK

Qimera

Cadcorp

3DEO

Job description

Harwich Haven Authority seeks an experienced hydrographic surveyor to plan and deliver surveys from shallow intertidal waters to 12 nautical miles into the North Sea. You will work with multibeam, single-beam, seismic and ADCP sensors to produce accurate data, charts and reports supporting navigation, dredging and environmental monitoring.

The role requires practical knowledge of hydrographic systems, software (HYPACK/Qimera, Cadcorp, 3DEO) and the ability to manage equipment, data processing