Trainee Survey Technician

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

The Trainee Survey Technician role is an entry-level position designed to develop technical competence in survey, positioning, and subsea equipment through structured training, supervised hands‑on experience, and gradual exposure to offshore operations.

The role supports the onshore workshop and offshore teams while building the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to progress into a fully competent Survey Technician position. The Trainee will work under close supervision, learning company systems, equipment, Quality standards, and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) requirements.

Responsibilities

Onshore / Base Responsibilities

• Assist with the 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.
• Assist with goods-in inspections, inventory control, and workshop housekeeping.
• Participate in structured training programmes, mentoring, and “STR Academy” the company’s competency development plans.

Offshore Responsibilities (As Competency Develops)

• Assist Survey Technicians with the installation and operation of survey and positioning systems offshore.
• Observe and support data acquisition, system monitoring, and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist with sensor mounting, cable management, and survey spread setup.
• Maintain offshore technical logs and assist with reporting under supervision.
• Adhere strictly to offshore regulations, Permit-to-Work systems, and Company and Client Quality + HSE requirements.

Training & Development

• Undertake structured technical and safety training as defined by the Company.
• Work towards achieving required offshore certifications and competency milestones.
• Develop practical understanding of survey equipment, data acquisition systems, and offshore workflows.
• Progress toward independent working capability in line with “STR Academy” the companies competency scheme.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Technical qualification or ongoing study in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, or Engineering discipline (NC / HNC / HND / Degree or Apprenticeship pathway preferred)
• or strong demonstrable interest in engineering and offshore technology

Desirable (Ability to obtain):

• BOSIET / FOET
• OGUK / OEUK Medical
• CA-EBS / HUET / GWO
• Valid Passport
• UK Driving Licence