Senior Hydrographer

Earthstream; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in hydrography is seeking a Senior Hydrographer for a project based in Swindon, with remote flexibility. The role requires substantial experience (10+ years) and involves providing technical support, reviewing documents, and assisting in survey planning. Proficiency in hydrographic software like CARIS, ArcMap, and QGIS is essential. This position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively on various project phases from planning to construction.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Working knowledge of hydrographic software including CARIS, ArcMap/ArcPRO, and QGIS.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to projects as required.
• Support package manager on technical tasks.
• Review reports, data, and documents.
• Assist with consent applications.
• Aid in survey planning and tender negotiations.
• Support projects during construction.

Skills

Technical support

Survey planning

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant degree in geoscience or surveying

Tools

CARIS

ArcMap

ArcPRO

QGIS

Job description

Senior Hydrographer

05/2026 – 10/2026

2 days a week in Swindon would be preferred, can be remote

Provision of hydrographic services to project as required.

• Technical support to projects as required as part of technical team
• Support to the package manager on unspecified technical tasks
• Review of reports, data and documents
• Support across packages during consent application
• Support during survey planning, tender negotiations, and execution
• Support to projects during construction works.

Working knowledge of CARIS, ArcMap/ArcPRO, QGIS and other relevant software necessary.

Relevant degree course in geoscience or surveying and at least 10 years suitable sufficient experience in a similar role.