Survey Engineer / Senior Survey Engineer MSC

Job Description

Survey Engineer / Senior Survey Engineer
 

The Role:

A range of exciting opportunities have arisen for Offshore Survey Engineers/ Senior Survey Engineers to join us here at Fugro in Aberdeen, working within Marine Site Characterisation

As a Survey Engineer/ Senior Survey Engineer, you will be responsible for the mobilisation and operation of positioning and hydrographic survey equipment, including acquisition and quality control of data onboard construction vessels. 

The role of a Survey Engineer/ Senior Survey Engineer is varied and offers the opportunity to not only set up, test and operate a variety of market-leading survey and positioning systems but also to collect, arrange and present results from various survey sensors across the globe.

Positions working within our Geophysical service lines.

This job is for you if:

• You have previous offshore experience on a variety of survey projects and willing to work offshore for approximately 180 days per year.

• You are looking to add value to an environment that fosters a culture of safe survey practice.

• You are good at problem solving; and enjoy tackling the technical challenges presented in survey operations.

• You have a proactive; can-do attitude; and are a team player.

Who you’ll be working with:

While offshore you will be working closely with the team of Engineers and Surveyors to ensure all survey equipment is working effectively and data is collected efficiently and accurately. You will communicate regularly with the Party Chief onboard and onshore teams when required.

Here’s what a typical day would be like:

• Planning and supervising survey activities, including the setup, interfacing, testing, calibration and operation of survey sensors.

• Operating online survey software and monitoring the data quality to ensure the survey specification is achieved.

• Preparing reports including damage / fault reports.

• Implementing and reviewing Planned Maintenance Systems as appropriate.

• Maintaining and administering the inventory of equipment and consumables.

• Supervising and providing training to staff.

Who we’re looking for:

Essential:

• BSc / HND or equivalent in relevant electronics / IT related discipline OR equivalent vocational qualifications and experience.

• Proficient in the setup and operation of commonly used survey sensors, e.g. GNSS, Gyro, MRU, USBL.

• Experience in fault finding and reporting.

• Computer literate including networking.

• Experienced in implementation of Preventative Maintenance Systems.

• An excellent communicator (verbally and written) and able to form good working relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels.

• Disciplined, self-motivated and flexible team player.

• Able to work flexible hours, travel when required and work offshore.

• Must live within a reasonable distance of a major UK airport.

Desirable:

• Proficient in the use of at least one online survey software package.

• Experience in the setup and operation of MBES, LBL, INS, Digital Video.

• Proficient in the use of CAD.

• Understanding of the principles of real-time positioning, data acquisition and data QC.

• Experience in report writing.

What we’ll offer you:

Benefits for this role include a competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.