Hydrographic Surveyor

Boskalis Westminster Ltd, is the UK subsidiary of the Royal Boskalis Group, a leading global dredging and offshore contractor and maritime services provider. With roots in the Netherlands and operations around the globe, we pride ourselves on innovation, safety, and sustainability, offering challenging careers in the heart of the marine engineering sector.

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. Dredging is one of Boskalis’ core activities and has been at the heart of our business for over 100 years. We have delivered major international projects, including land reclamation for Manila International Airport, the development of Pulau Tekong in Singapore, Singapore’s first polder, and the expansion of the Suez Canal. We have also contributed to the creation of new nature areas such as the Marker Wadden.

Within this role, you will be part of our Dredging division, working on projects that protect coastlines, reclaim land and support the development of vital infrastructure.

Our long history reflects the ingenuity, expertise and commitment of our people. By working collaboratively, we continue to deliver complex projects and create lasting impact around the world.

Make your mark as a Hydrographic Surveyor at Boskalis!

The Hydrographic Surveyor is a self reliant technical professional and is expected to initiate, carry out and report on all Hydrographic and topographic survey work for projects.

Main Tasks:

• Setting up, installing, and then independently executing all hydrographic and topographic survey work for a project in-line with the safety, health, environment and quality standards.
• Assist Project managers in the running of projects of varying size.
• Interact with dredging plant which require survey input.
• Administering the project survey data, performing all relevant calibrations, and reporting within the company QA system
• Solving technical survey problems during a project.
• Supervising trainees and junior surveyors.
• Staying informed about survey related trends and developments and suggesting improvements to the Survey Operations Manager on a detailed level.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, such as: Hydrography, Marine Geography, Marine Science, Land Survey or related field.
• 3 years + experience in near and/or offshore survey industry.
• Detailed and experience based knowledge of multibeam and topographic systems.
• Experience in the use of Beamworkx and/or Qinsy (QPS software).
• Knowledge of MS office (specifically Word and Excel).
• The capability to lead data acquisition, equipment installation and mobilisations.
• The ability to work independently, with a proactive mentality.
• Full UK driving licence and Right to Work in the UK.

Desirable

• Previous experience in mobilisation of Hydrographic equipment and vessels.
• Work within the dredging/marine construction sector
• Dredgeview Software experience
• Drone (LiDAR/Photogrammetry) survey experience

What you can expect:

• A dynamic environment: A job where you can make an impact as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
• Rewarding conditions: As well as offering a competitive salary we give industry leading benefits, including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (based on a full-time contract), a generous pension package, with the opportunity to add flexible benefits.
• Career development: Plenty of opportunities to realise your full potential with training and development through our Boskalis Academy

Extra Information:

• Your team: Reporting to the Survey Manager in the Survey department.
• Where you will work: We have multiple roles based in the Liverpool/NW area, Harwich area and across the UK.
• Full/part-time job: Full time job
• Permanent/Fixed Term: This is a permanent position.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer - and look forward to welcoming you to the company.

Interested?

Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your motivation letter and CV on our careers site.

We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please note that the position may be closed as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

Disclaimer for recruitment and selection agencies

We don’t accept any unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment and selection agencies.