Offshore Survey Engineer

Beam
London
1 month ago
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Beam is a global provider of ROV and hydrographic services, supported by unique artificial intelligence-based technology products. We have a vast track record in supplying services and technology to the Offshore Energy industry across the globe.

We invest in research and development, creating technology to support our clients. Our vision is to provide truly autonomous collaborative subsea robotics to perform Offshore Energy services.

 

Job Title:  Offshore Survey Engineer

Location:  Offshore 

Salary: Highly Competitive

 

The Opportunity:

As a Survey Engineer with Beam you will be responsible for the mobilisation, operation, maintenance and demobilisation of geophysical and hydrographic survey equipment onboard our nearshore and offshore survey vessels. As part of this role you'll be responsible for acquiring data and ensuring equipment is recording the quality of data we expect.
Our scopes are varied but we are predominantly engaged in renewable operations. As part of our business we'll undertake a variety of Geophysical, UXO and ROV Survey and Inspection Projects. Working with market leading technologies from external suppliers along with our internal Beam team this is not an opportunity to be missed.
As part of this role there will opportunities to work with our fleet of ROV and USV’s.
You are an integral part of the Beam team offshore and will be critical in the safe and successful execution of projects.
You’ll be able to make an impact by improving mobilisation efficiency, by being the offshore subject matter expert for all things survey equipment, and by taking control of equipment issues offshore.

 

Main Responsibilities

  • Ensuring safe and efficient mobilisations and demobilisations.
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Supervision of offshore teams during mobilisations and maintenance checks.
  • Installation and configuration of survey equipment.
  • Receipt and dispatch of survey equipment onto vessels.
  • Offshore maintenance, and repair of survey and IT equipment.
  • Accurate reporting of equipment issues.
  • Offshore point of contact for technical support.
  • Maintain offshore inventory and stock levels.
  • Lead by example with respect to HSE.

 

You should apply if you have:

Essential:

  • A solid understanding of survey engineering
  • Experience of Hydrographic/Geophysical survey mobilisation and data acquisition
  • Experience with positioning systems
  • Hands on operational experience of MBES, SSS, Mag, SBP, MUX, USBL
  • Interest in innovative and disruptive survey technology
  • Offshore experience as survey engineer or technical experience onshore

 

Desirable:

  • B.Sc./HND in Engineering/Electronics or equivalent experience
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Relevant onshore experience as a survey engineer
  • This role will require the individual to drive company vehicles including van and lift trucks, the candidate must hold or be able and willing to obtain the relevant licences including medical checks where appropriate.


About Beam

At Beam, we bring the technology to transform offshore wind through AI and robotic automation, alongside the determination to tackle the significant challenges ahead. We’re committed to making the transition to renewable energy a reality.

Through industry-defining R&D and transformative partnerships, we’re reshaping what it means to work in offshore wind. Beam is making wind farm development more efficient, reducing risk, complexity and cost, while helping to cure an unsustainable dependence on oil and gas.

Together, we are Beam. And we’re leading the charge towards a sustainable future.


Benefits

People join Beam because they are excited by the possibility of leaving their own mark on the world and developing solutions that solve real world problems. Although we share the same vision, we value varied perspectives, and we adapt to fit different people from all walks of life. Not only does that make for a genuinely awesome team of colleagues, but it also makes day-to-day life more interesting, and it’s how we keep evolving and getting better at what we do.

What’s in it for you? You’ll get to work with a passionate, smart and highly driven team with an incredible range of skills. Other benefits include:

  • 28 Days Annual Leave paid at Day Rate, inclusive of public holidays
  • Private medical insurance, including Dental & Optical.
  • Career and learning development through paid courses, conferences and events.
  • Curiosity fund – up to £500 to spend on learning which is not role related
  • Up to 10% company bonus.
  • Pension up to 6% company contribution
  • Volunteering day, to give back to your local community.
  • Cycle to work scheme.

 

We value the diversity of our teams and are committed to supporting and welcoming individuals from all backgrounds, knowing that every perspective is a valuable part of our success. Should you require any reasonable adjustment throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let a member of the Talent team know.

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