Onshore Senior Surveyor

Ocean Infinity

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are using and creating technology to transform operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive. We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era. We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea. We employ people who share our core values. We expect our people to be courageous, trustworthy, and conscientious, driven by a desire to do the right thing. We strive for excellence, work collaboratively, and are genuinely excited by our work. We offer opportunities for our people to develop beyond their role and span a multitude of disciplines. These are open to all, regardless of background and experience level. Working with us means being part of a team that is harnessing technology and creativity to disrupt a traditional industry. We are not your average workplace. Ocean Infinity is pioneering the future of marine operations with advanced technology and remote capabilities. As we expand our state-of-the-art Remote Operations Centre in Southampton, we’re looking for an Onshore Senior Surveyor to lead survey shifts and act as the technical authority for our growing team. This is a full time onshore position based in Southampton and will need the successful applicants to be based within a commutable distance.

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in offshore survey.
Degree in Hydrographic Surveying, Geodetic Surveying, or similar.
Experience in calibration and verification of survey sensors for surface and subsea positioning.
Strong problem-solving skills and technical expertise.
Ability to take ownership and engage proactively in your work.
Trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
Strong interpersonal, people management, and communication skills.
Open to new ideas and adaptable to changing requirements.
Proficient with office tools (MS Office, Teams, etc.).
Able to work well both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Senior Surveyor with strong technical skills.

Responsibilities

Lead survey operations as shift lead in our operations center, acting as the main escalation point for technical and operational issues.
Conduct pre-shift briefings and daily syncs to align the team on priorities, vessel status, and client requirements.
Oversee vessel status and dynamically reallocate surveyor focus based on operational needs.
Provide oversight to surveyors and technical tools.
Ensure all survey equipment is calibrated and functioning correctly, including geodesy setup and USBL verification.
Troubleshoot complex equipment integration issues and resolve technical anomalies.
Review and validate logs, handover notes, and incident documentation.
Ensure client specification alignment and adherence to data quality standards.
Conduct final sign-off on Daily Progress Reports, line planning changes, and shift handovers.
Monitor real-time data acquisition, perform QA/QC checks, and escalate anomalies as required.
Liaise with other technical leads (Data Processing, Geophysics, CAD/GIS) to ensure integrated workflows and smooth project delivery.
Assist project managers in compiling and QC of project manuals.
Document any offshore deviation from the scope of work; Handle contact with software/hardware manufacturers.