Hydrographic Surveyors

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

Job summary

An offshore survey company in the United Kingdom is looking to expand its Hydrography Department by hiring both experienced hydrographic surveyors and junior surveyors. Successful candidates will have the chance to work on a variety of challenging offshore and onshore projects using advanced survey technologies. The position values professional growth and offers competitive salaries, a collaborative work culture, and strong support for career development. Both seasoned professionals and enthusiastic newcomers are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company pension plan

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a similar offshore/onshore survey position required for experienced surveyors.
• Degree in Hydrography, Geomatics, or related marine discipline needed for both levels.
• Willingness to work in challenging offshore environments is a must.

Responsibilities

• Work on offshore and onshore survey projects.
• Deliver high-quality survey data and contribute to project teams.
• Gain exposure to advanced hydrographic and geotechnical systems.

Skills

Offshore/onshore survey experience

Hydrographic/Geomatics knowledge

Teamwork and motivation

Software skills in QINSy, SIS, Caris HIPS & SIPS

Flexibility for offshore work

Education

Degree in Hydrography or related field

Tools

Kongsberg MBES

Applanix positioning systems

Sonardyne USBL systems

Caris HIPS & SIPS

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.