Chief Hydrographic Surveyor

Twozan Surveying Company; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Chief Hydrographic Surveyor to oversee all hydrographic operations. The role involves planning, supervising, and ensuring high-quality survey outputs, with a strong emphasis on hydrographic equipment and data integrity. Ideal candidates hold a degree in Geomatic Engineering and have substantial experience in hydrographic surveying. Proficiency in both English and Arabic is essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in hydrographic surveying and charting techniques.
• 3 years of practical experience in GNSS and conventional surveying.
• Successfully completed a recognized hydrographic course with emphasis on Nautical Charting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise all off-shore operations.
• Prepare progress reports and conduct project briefings.
• Ensure integrity and quality of hydrographic data.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Arabic proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Surveying/Geodetic/Geomatic Engineering

Tools

Hydrographic surveying systems

CADD

GIS

Project planning applications

Job description

Job Purpose:
Supervise all off-shore and on-shore operations and activities of hydrographic survey team; allocates work accordingly and ensures that survey reports and findings are accurate complete and meets high quality standards and project requirements.

Job Duties:
Plan, supervise, and direct all off-shore operations.
Direct the transportation, setup, operation, and the maintenance of hydrographic equipment.
Prepare project progress reports, and conduct project briefings.
Plan and analyze the collection of hydrographic data.
Supervise the hydrographic data processing into the final products required.
Supervise positioning and navigation activities.
Ensures the integrity and quality of hydrographic data.
Supervises the entire hydrographic survey works, including administrative and logistics aspects, in co-operation with relevant departments.
Participate in implementation of company s QMS and OH&S programs related to his function.
Ensures that all survey equipment are calibrated and tested, sufficient spares, manuals and consumables held onboard and that the survey team is familiar with the equipment and prepared for the survey.

Education/Experience Profile:
Bachelor s degree in Surveying/Geodetic/Geomatic Engineering.
5 years of experience in hydrographic surveying and charting techniques.
3 years of practical experience in GNSS and conventional surveying techniques.
Knowledge of reading and interpreting construction and engineering plans.
Offshore medical and offshore survival training.
Knowledge of Quality Management System and Occupational Health and Safety standards and measures related to his functions.
Successfully completed a recognized hydrographic course with specific emphasis on Nautical Charting.

Key Technical Skills:
Time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Competent knowledge in English and Arabic, Spoken and Written.
Relevant computer proficiency, experience in using Microsoft Office tools.
Experience in utilization of Hydrographic surveying systems including single and multibeam systems, side scan sonar, sub-bottom profilers, magnetometers, and tide gauges.
Experience in the use of hydrographic survey, CADD, GIS, and project planning applications.

Company Industry

• Construction
• Civil Engineering

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

• Chief Hydrographic Surveyor

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