Graduate Hydrographic Surveyor

Spectrum Vessel Services Limited; Indiana; On-site; USD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension 5% matched

Flexible working hours

Continuous training

Cycle to work scheme

Modern office with sit/stand desks

Employee assistance programme

Free eye tests

Team lunch on Wednesday

Great team culture

Sport socials

Job summary

Spectrum Geosurvey specialise in coastal geophysical surveys and support offshore renewables clients. Based in our Lymington office, we seek an enthusiastic surveyor to join the team and contribute to vessel mobilisations, surveys, data processing, and reporting.

You will work with senior surveyors, develop skills, and may travel for project needs, embracing new technologies and maintaining high standards of documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Hydrography or related field.
• Working knowledge of hydrographic multibeam systems, motion reference units, side scan sonar and magnetometer systems.
• Highly competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel).
• Strong marine background and high attention to detail under pressure.
• Full valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Vessel mobilisations, including survey equipment installation, interfacing, calibration and verification.
• Plan and undertake hydrographic surveys.
• Calibrate and maintain survey equipment.
• Develop and document survey procedures, both existing and innovative.
• Process and chart large area bathymetric datasets; compile survey reports for clients.
• Assist project managers in running survey projects, large and small.
• Research new technologies and arrange system/software trials to stay cutting edge.

Skills

Marine background

Attention to detail

Initiative

Unsupervised work

Driving licence

Travel readiness

Education

Degree in Hydrography, Marine Geoscience or related field

Geospatial/GIS background

Tools

QINSy

Teledyne PDS

Caris HIPS & SIPS

ArcGIS

Python

Job description

Spectrum Geosurvey specialise in coastal geophysical surveys, supporting a wide range of clients in the offshore renewables sector. We have a proven track record delivering the highest-quality hydrographic and geophysical survey data. Spectrum Geosurvey are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our growing team based in our Lymington office.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be required to perform a variety of roles within the company and be prepared to travel and work away from home when required. Supported by an experienced and committed team of senior surveyors, the surveyor will develop their skill set to carry out the following roles and responsibilities within our growing company.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Vessel mobilisations, including survey equipment installation, interfacing, calibration and verification
• Plan and undertake hydrographic surveys
• Calibrate and maintain survey equipment
• Develop and document survey procedures, both existing and innovative
• Process and chart large area bathymetric datasetsCompile concise and accurate survey reports for a variety of clients
• Assist project managers in the running of survey projects, both large and small
• Research new technologies and arrange system/software trials to keep Spectrum on the cutting edge

Required Education/ Experience & Attributes

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Hydrography, Marine Geography, Marine Sciences or a related field
• Working knowledge of hydrographic multibeam systems, motion reference units, side scan sonar and magnetometer systems
• Highly competent in the use of all Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
• Strong marine background
• High attention to detail and documentation while under pressure
• Ability to take initiative and work unsupervised
• Full valid UK driving licence

Desired But Not Essential Education/ Experience & Attributes

• Work experience working with GIS and spatial data
• At least 3 years’ experience in the offshore surveying industry
• Prior industry experience working within a hydrographic surveying role or related industry
• Project management experience
• Previous work experience of using hydrographic software, such as QINSy, Teledyne PDS or Caris HIPS & SIPS
• Knowledge of Hydrographic survey planning and reporting
• Experience with creating charts (QGIS & ArcGIS)
• Experience with a scripting language (Python)

Core attributes and conduct

• Adhere to moral and ethical principles in all interactions
• Be inclusive, respectful and team-focused
• Being open and honest in communication and operations
• Celebrate other people’s successes – raise each other up
• Contribute to a cooperative and supportive work environment
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of data and company information
• Maintain the highest levels of professionalism within the team
• Providing a positive feedback loop to improve quality and practices
• Take ownership of your training/development
• Work safely – your safety and that of others
• Possess the energy, drive and commitment to further the work of the company

Company Benefits

• 33 days of annual leave per year (including Bank Holidays)
• Private medical insurance programme (Bupa)
• Pension 5% Matched
• Flexible working hours
• Continuous training and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Modern, environmentally friendly office with sit down/standing desks
• An Employee Assistance Programme, providing trained wellbeing and counselling practitioners and 24/7 telephone support
• Free eye tests
• Free team lunch on a Wednesday
• Great team culture
• Sport socials