Offshore Survey Technician Apprentice

STR; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

STR Academy training

Job summary

STR is seeking a Trainee Survey Technician to develop skills in survey, positioning and subsea equipment through structured training, supervision, and progressive offshore exposure. The role supports onshore workshop and offshore teams while building knowledge, skills and behaviours for progression into a fully competent Survey Technician position.

You will work under close supervision, learning company systems, equipment, and HSE requirements, and participate in STR Academy competency

Qualifications

• Essential: technical qualification or ongoing study in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, or Engineering.
• Desirable: ability to obtain offshore certifications and medicals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, testing, calibration, and maintenance of survey and subsea equipment under supervision.
• Assist with goods-in inspections, inventory control, and workshop housekeeping.
• Support fault-finding activities and basic equipment checks as part of the technical team.
• Learn correct handling, storage, and transportation of sensitive survey equipment.
• Assist with mobilisation and demobilisation activities for offshore projects.
• Support equipment configuration activities, including software setup and interface checks, under guidance.
• Maintain accurate records, including workshop logs, calibration records, and asset documentation.
• Participate in structured training programmes and STR Academy competency development.

Skills

Electrical/ Electronics interest

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

STR is seeking a Trainee Survey Technician to develop skills in survey, positioning and subsea equipment through structured training, supervision, and progressive offshore exposure. The role supports onshore workshop and offshore teams while building knowledge, skills and behaviours for progression into a fully competent Survey Technician position.

You will work under close supervision, learning company systems, equipment, and HSE requirements, and participate in STR Academy competency