Hydrographic Surveyors (Experienced & Junior)

EGS International; Winchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore survey company in Winchester is expanding its Hydrography Department and seeking experienced and junior hydrographic surveyors. Successful candidates will gain exposure to international offshore projects using advanced survey systems. The role offers competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and a collaborative working culture focused on training and mentoring.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company pension

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in similar offshore/onshore survey position for experienced surveyors.
• Entry level candidates may have a relevant degree with placement experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrographic surveys both offshore and onshore.
• Mobilise, calibrate, and deliver high-quality survey data.
• Work in challenging marine environments.

Skills

Experience in hydrographic surveying

Degree in Hydrography or Geomatics

Team-focused and motivated

Experience with MBES and positioning systems

Familiarity with QINSy and SIS

Ability to work offshore in challenging environments

Education

Degree in Hydrography, Geomatics or Ocean Science

Tools

MBES (Kongsberg)

USBL (Sonardyne)

QINSy

SIS

POSPac

Job description

Job Description

As EGS International continues to grow, we are expanding our Hydrography Department and seeking both experienced hydrographic surveyors and junior surveyors who are keen to develop their skills within a leading offshore survey company. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing team that works on a wide range of international offshore projects, using some of the most advanced hydrographic, geophysical, and geotechnical survey systems in the industry.

Successful candidates will work both offshore and onshore, gaining exposure to challenging marine environments and multidisciplinary project delivery. With EGS, you will be part of a company that values technical excellence and professional development.

Requirements (Experienced Surveyors)

• Minimum 3 years in a similar offshore/onshore survey position.
• Degree in Hydrography, Geomatics, or a closely related marine discipline.
• Strong background in offshore windfarm, cable route, or shallow water surveys.
• Hands‑on experience with MBES (Kongsberg), positioning systems (Applanix, C‑Nav), USBL (Sonardyne), and SVP systems.
• Skilled in QINSy, SIS, Caris HIPS & SIPS, and POSPac.
• Other industrial acquisition and processing software experience would be advantageous.
• Proven ability to mobilise, calibrate, and deliver high‑quality survey data.
• Flexibility for offshore rotations (up to 6 weeks).

Requirements (Junior Surveyors / Entry Level)

• A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Hydrography, Geomatics, Ocean Science, or a related technical subject.
• Industrial placement, internship, or project experience in surveying is advantageous but not essential.
• Enthusiasm to learn new survey software and techniques.
• Willingness to work offshore in challenging environments.
• Team-focused, motivated, and eager to build a long‑term career in the offshore survey sector.

What We Offer

• A career path suited to both experienced professionals and those new to the industry.
• Exposure to advanced survey equipment and data processing techniques.
• Opportunities for rapid career progression in a company experiencing strong growth.
• Competitive salary package, company pension, and professional development support (e.g., Hydrographic professional accreditation).
• A collaborative working culture with strong focus on training, mentoring, and continuous improvement.