Senior Oceanographer

We are seeking a highly skilled Metocean Engineer to join our expanding survey team based in the southwest of the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planned and preventative maintenance, test and inspection, calibration and set up of various specialist instrumentation and oceanographic moorings.

The role involves being an integral part of the metocean team in project preparation, mobilisation and servicing of seabed deployed oceanographic equipment, floating systems including wave buoys and LIDAR systems, as well as fixed systems such as wave radar and tide gauges installations.

• Maintenance, testing, and inspection of metocean instrumentation
• Preparation of project documentation
• Survey report preparation
• Participation in project planning and execution

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Educated to level 3 or above in science, engineering, electrical or mechanical disciplines / degree educated in an oceanographic related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years' industry experience in a relevant technical or engineering role preferred.
• Experience with writing risk assessments & method statements.
• Experience in the practical delivery of technical projects, including equipment knowledge, and experience of the deployment of metocean instrumentation in coastal and offshore regions.
• Practical workboat experience, including experience of lifting operations.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, data loggers and instrument interfaces with satellite / GSM telemetry systems.
• Fluent in English (spoken, reading and writing).
• Full driving license (manual).

• Competitive salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum
• Generous holiday allowances
• Flexible working options
• Cycle to work scheme
• Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme