Online Surveyor - Offshore UK

Beam
Edinburgh
1 year 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: Online Surveyor 

Location:Offshore - remote UK

Salary: Highly Competitive with 150 days paid guaranteed

The Opportunity:

Join Beam's Hydrographic Survey Team as an Online Surveyor and play a vital role in revolutionizing the offshore wind industry. In this exciting position, you will work onboard advanced survey vessels equipped with state-of-the-art inspection and survey sensors, contributing to the future of offshore wind energy.

As an Online Surveyor, you will collaborate closely with our skilled Software Developers to develop innovative solutions that are shaping the growth of the offshore wind sector. Beam offers a dynamic, fast-growing company environment where you will have the opportunity to rapidly advance your career while making a meaningful impact on the industry.

Take the next step in your career with Beam and help us drive progress in offshore wind energy

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide technical experience and support to the wider survey team
  • Preparation, installation and calibration of survey equipment during mobilisations and demobilisations
  • Ensure acquisition logs are maintained and reporting templates and other appropriate documentation are utilised
  • Ensure quality control and assurance is performed on all survey data acquired
  • Conduct activities related to sensor mobilisation ensuring all tasks are completed to schedule & quality requirements
  • Coordinate with Senior Surveyor or Party Chief as required in relation to any issues with equipment preparation, suitability and/or performance
  • Complete ad-hoc activities at the request of the Senior Surveyor or Party Chief as required within agreed timeframes
  • Encourage a good relationship between survey crew and other departments
  • Assist Senior Surveyor with Line Planning

You should apply if you have:

Essential:

  • Experience as an online surveyor (IMCA Grade II)
  • A solid understanding of survey principles and marine survey techniques
  • Experience of Hydrographic / Geophysical survey mobilisation and data acquisition
  • Experience with USBL calibrations
  • Operational experience of MBES, INS, USBL, GNSS, SSS, Mag and SBP equipment
  • Understanding of UXO target ID, Inspection, pipeline, cable DOB and site surveys
  • Excellent written and spoken English skills
  • Operational Experience with Qinsy Online

Desirable:

  • Relevant experience as an Online Surveyor (IMCA Grade I)
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Experience with NaviScan
  • Experience with Line Planning
  • CAD Experience

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.

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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.

In addition, you’ll get an extensive range of benefits so you can focus on doing your very best work:

  • 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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