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Greater Norwich, United Kingdom Venterra Group Full time

About Venterra:



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Venterra is a global wind energy services company, engineering, building and supporting major wind and renewables projects around the world. Our clear purpose: accelerate the global energy transition by becoming the go-to services provider and strategic partner for the rapidly expanding wind industry.


Our diverse team of experts is dedicated to making net zero a reality. We offer specialised services across the entire project lifecycle, including:


  • Geoscience consultancy
  • Environmental expertise
  • Design services
  • Project advisory
  • Survey capabilities
  • Construction support & back-deck mission equipment


By acquiring and bringing together leading offshore engineering and marine science companies like Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions, CAPE Holland, INSPIRE Environmental, Partrac and Ordtek, we provide the most comprehensive services and expertise in the market. And we're not done growing yet, which means there are plenty of exciting career opportunities on offer for our team.


At Venterra, sustainability, safety, and quality are prioritised in everything we do, reducing project risk, time, and cost for our clients.


Why join Venterra?


  • Shape the future of energy: Dive into groundbreaking renewables projects that are literally changing the world.
  • Master the renewables landscape: Gain unique, full-spectrum experience from initial surveys to final construction.
  • Go global, make waves: Our worldwide projects aren't just pins on a map – they're tickets to diverse experiences, cultures and challenges, with plenty of international travel opportunities on offer.
  • Accelerate your career: We don't just talk about growth – we fuel it. Access cutting-edge training, mentorship from industry leaders, and a clear development path with opportunities to sharpen your skills in the renewables space.
  • Be a force for good: Join a team where your values align with your work. We're committed to cultivating a culture of equality, diversity, and positive impact through our work.


By joining us, you'll play a direct role in growing the renewables sector while building a career in an exciting, global industry.


Our Geoscience team:


Venterra’s Geoscience team is made up of market-leading experts from Ordtek, GDG, and Partrac. We offer unparalleled site characterisation, geoscience management, sediment processes, UXO management, and GIS and data services, tailored to meet the comprehensive needs of our clients.


Role Description:


Due to increased workloads, we are looking for candidates with Geophysical and UXO offshore wind experience to join our established and growing Survey Management Team.


Venterra’s survey management team supports client’s by providing:


  • Project specific geoscience strategies.
  • Site investigation scoping and definition of technical specifications.
  • Tender management and evaluation.
  • Provision and management of offshore client representatives.
  • Management of in-field operations, vessels, and survey contractors.
  • QA/HSE supervision.
  • Development and management of laboratory testing strategies.
  • QA/QC of contractor deliverables and reports.


Key responsibilities will also include:


This includes (but not limited to) the following:


  • Oversee the technical aspects of planning, scoping, and execution support for phased offshore site investigations and laboratory testing initiatives.
  • Lead Geotechnical Site Assessments for offshore wind farm projects from inception through to the finalisation of geotechnical contributions, for design and installation phases.
  • Work closely with site investigation contractors to ensure compliance with contractual, health, safety, and environmental standards throughout field and laboratory activities.
  • Manage site investigation teams and on-site representatives to guarantee the delivery of high-quality data.
  • Engage with clients and stakeholders to navigate third-party impacts on site investigations, devising and discussing mitigation strategies to safeguard project timelines and outcomes.
  • Supervise the interpretation of extensive geotechnical datasets and conduct comprehensive site characterisations to identify risks for regulatory and design needs, with support from engineering teams.
  • Assess and onboard new site investigation contractors, technologies, and methodologies to enhance local supply chain participation and project efficiency.
  • Balance project management and technical responsibilities, with an approximate allocation of 60% to project management and 40% to technical tasks.
  • Demonstrate in-depth expertise in specific geophysical areas, applying both theoretical and practical knowledge effectively.
  • Understand and manage operational and project-specific activities within the team, including detailed comprehension of contract scopes and requirements.
  • Provide clear leadership and task coordination within the team, assigning responsibilities that play to individual strengths.
  • Resolve team issues effectively, maintaining positive dynamics and project progression.
  • Skilfully draft and oversee the production of complex reports, leading teams to deliver thorough and comprehensive project documentation.


Expertise required:


  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Working full-time as there will be constant activity.
  • Someone who can handle many tasks in parallel and has a strong technical and commercial understanding.
  • Good at collaborating with others.
  • Someone with experience of running large offshore geotechnical campaigns.


Education/Qualifications:


  • Hold a University Degree in geophysics related discipline.


Additional requirements:


Candidates should also be highly organised and motivated individuals with effective communication skills, a good work ethic, and a commitment to technical excellence, personal efficiency, and career progression through Continued Professional Development.


At Venterra:


At Venterra, we are committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We take inclusion and diversity seriously. We know that getting this right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values. We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. We are an equal opportunity employer. Our vision is for Venterra to be a place where people of all ethnicities feel welcomed to work.