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MarineSpace are recruiting a Operations Manager

MarineSpace is a marine planning and environmental consultancy providing professional services to clients across a range of sectors, including, offshore wind, subsea cables, wave/tidal energy, offshore oil/gas, coastal/marine engineering and ports/harbours.

To support the company’s expansion, MarineSpace is seeking an individual to join our Operations Team. This position will focus on supporting MarineSpace’s role providing personnel to manage offshore wind and subsea cable projects. The successful applicant will have at least 2-3 years’ experience providing support to projects in the UK, Europe or North America.

The successful applicant will be dynamic, hard-working and willing to take a lead in developing MarineSpace’s offshore services. Based in Norwich, the successful candidate may also be required to travel to attend client meetings if required.

Key responsibilities:

• Assisting the company with development of the offshore personnel business;
• Supporting production of work proposals;
• Managing and communicating with clients and associate personnel;
• Managing delivery of operational data / reports;
• Maintaining and adding to personnel databases;
• Coordinating travel logistics;
• Supporting the company accounts team with project tracking and invoicing.

Individual Requirements:

• 2-3 years’ experience in offshore operations support or management;
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Understanding of domestic and international travel logistics;
• Good IT skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe software;
• Understanding of marine development projects and associated survey operations;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

MarineSpace offer a Company pension and Company private health insurance. Terms of employment will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

To apply, email a CV and covering letter in Word or PDF format to [email protected] by Friday 21 May 2021 quoting ‘Application for Operations Manager’. Queries related to the post can be sent to the same email address prior to the deadline.

by Dan Levett

Fugro are recruiting a Hydrographic Surveyor

Fugro are recruiting a Hydrographic Surveyor based in Portchester on a 6-9-month contract - responsible for processing hydrographic data, working with teams in the field and Project Surveyors.

An excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of projects working in a range of markets (including renewables, UXO, pipeline inspection) and processing different hydrographic data types. The role combines time at our office and offshore on vessels.

Apply if:

• You want to work in an innovative environment with access to the latest equipment/software;
• You want to be part of some of the largest offshore engineering projects in the world
• You want to work in a dynamic ambitious team with opportunities to develop new skills;

Typical Week:

• Processing, interpreting and reporting of hydrographic data, including multibeam echosounder, GNSS tides, SVPs, USBL and backscatter;
• Delivering high quality data; including acquisition, processing, interpretation, reporting and deliverables;
• Leading and assisting with vessel mobilisations and demobilisations where required;
• Undertaking offshore survey operations, including offshore processing, assisting with back-deck operations, undertaking data coverage checks and creating infill lineplans.

 We’re interested to hear from you regardless of your level of work experience in the industry.

 Essential

• A qualification in hydrography, ocean science or closely related subject;
• Analytical mindset - experience in data management, data processing and/or programming;
• Good verbal/written English language skills;
• Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and clients;
• Working under pressure to tight deadlines;
• High attention to detail, quality and safety.

 Desirable

• Experience of industry-standard hydrographic processing software, such as Teledyne CARIS, Fugro Starfix or Applanix POSPac;
• Offshore/practical experience in oil and gas, ocean science, renewables and/or survey industries;
• Able to work offshore for periods up to 4 weeks.

Note: You’ll need to pass an offshore medical prior to employment.

We Offer:

Competitive salary, pension scheme, life assurance, 24 days annual leave and private medical.

To apply, please visit: www.fugro.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/job/Portchester-United-Kingdom/Hydrographic-Surveyor_R0009894 

by Dan Levett

SMI are recruiting a Business Development Director and Secretary to Councils

The role

• Hours – Full time
• Location – Central London with travel within the UK and Internationally
• Salary – Competitive depending on experience

We are recruiting for an exciting new opportunity for a senior manager at the Society of Maritime Industries (SMI), the trade association for the UK’s maritime engineering and business sector. Its broad membership ranges from large prime contractors to SMEs.  Member companies select to participate in one, or more, of six groups relevant to their activities in commercial marine, maritime defence & security, maritime autonomy, ports and terminal infrastructure, marine science & technology, and maritime digital technology.  Each group has a council of elected members led by one of the Society’s directors and reports to the Society’s governing board of senior industrialists.

This vacancy is as a result of the promotion of the present post holder to SMI Chief Executive in August 2020.

The position involves the dual role of Business Development Manager for SMI, and Secretary to two Councils:

• Commercial Marine Group (CMG) Council
• Ports & Terminals Group (PTG) Council

In this role, you will:

• Report to the SMI Chief Executive, with guidance from the Chair of the Councils, and play a leading part in recruiting and retaining SMI members.
• Be the primary day to day contact for SMI with the Department for International Trade, attend industry meetings and work with various bodies to promote and be the voice for the interests of members and the Society.
• Recruit, establish, organise and administer national and international events, conferences, seminars and presentations and manage internal and external missions.
• Act as Secretary to the two Councils under your responsibility and effectively manage the operation, administration and promotion of the Councils and their work.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a creative mindset able to create new events based around member feedback and industry themes.
• Have a good working knowledge of the maritime sector, both in the UK and overseas.
• Be experienced in managing and directing commercial matters and ideally have experience of cost centre managementbe a confident and competent communicator and networker who is able to positively promote the interests of members and the industry at senior levelsneed to be adept at managing your time and priorities, confident at project management and able to deal with multiple and conflicting priorities and commitments

This role is based in London with the expectation that the role will be 2-3 days per week in the office based going forward with working from home the rest of the time.  Candidates will need to be within commutable distance of London to manage morning and evening event attendance.  You will need to be able to commit to national and international travel.  Overseas travel is planned ahead to biennial exhibitions with missions also to manage.  This can mean 3+ weeks per annum of overseas travel.

For more details about this role, please see the recruitment pack attached.  You will need to submit your CV, covering letter, references and salary expectation to [email protected] by 5.00pm on Friday April 30^th.  No agencies please.

For more information, please visit: www.maritimeindustries.org/News-from-the-Society-of-Maritime-Industries-/vacancy-for-business-development-manager-and-secretary-to-councils

by Dan Levett

Gardline are recruiting a Project Manager

Gardline is a leading provider of marine surveys, with a vibrant Environmental Division that has evolved over 30 years, providing the highest quality scientific services to the international marine industry.

Job Description

The Environmental Department at Gardline are recruiting a Project Manager to support the delivery of an expanding portfolio of services. Our team ultimately aims to minimise the impact of offshore operations on the marine environment and to support clients in meeting their regulatory obligations and achieving best-practice.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for the marine environment and the wildlife that it supports. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a marine environmental science related subject as well as experience in the field of marine mammals, environmental sampling or underwater acoustics. Previous offshore experience in an environmental role would be hugely advantageous.

The successful candidate will be accountable for managing offshore projects in relation to environmental baseline and habitat surveys, acoustic surveys and marine mammal mitigation projects across the Gardline fleet of vessels, within the Boskalis group and also to additional external clients, providing a wide range of project experience and development opportunities.

The role will involve ensuring that the technical, financial, contractual, quality, HSE and other obligations are met in accordance with both company and client standards for the duration of the project lifecycle. In addition, successful candidates will be key members of the team responsible for the marketing, development and growth of Gardline’s Environmental portfolio of services.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to liaise and build relationships with internal and external clients and stakeholders. This will include client visits and presentations, as well as the assessment, preparation and submission of tenders.

We are looking for positive and passionate individuals that have a capability to build strong interpersonal relationships and successfully manage commercial activities but also add value to our organisation through their own thoughts and ideas. You will be a proactive and confident ambassador for supporting the department’s strategic objectives.

The Project Manager will also be expected to hold a full (clean) UK driving license and be proficient in MS office, in particular excel, word and outlook. The nature of this project-supporting, client-facing role will mean that you will be expected to respond occasionally to requests outside of standard business hours. Additionally, UK and overseas travel will be essential in this role in support of client relationship and project start up activities.

Gardline welcomes applicants for a full time Project Management role. The selected applicant would initially start work remotely but should be willing to relocate to, or be currently based, within commuting distance of Gardline’s Great Yarmouth offices.

If you believe you have the experience and skills for this role, please e-mail your CV and covering letter to [email protected]

For more information, please visit: www.gardline.com/careers/view-all-vacancies/project-manager-environmental.html

by Dan Levett

A-2-Sea are recruiting a Geophysicist

A-2-Sea are looking to expand their successful Survey Department, adding to their growing team of experienced professionals. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Geophysicists, who wish to specialise in applying core geophysical skills in the coastal zone, to lead and develop A-2-Sea’s geophysical capability.

A-2-Sea place a great emphasis on the individual, when assessing suitability for a role. Surveying in the coastal zone is rewarding, but challenging, and in our experience suits people who are hardworking, dynamic, and driven in achieving the objectives of a given project.

Job description:

The position offers a variety of responsibilities that would require the successful candidate to lead A-2-Sea’s geophysical services. This role include working both offshore away from home in UK territorial waters and further afield, and onshore at A-2-Sea’s offices based in Romsey, to deliver all aspects of a project. The key roles of the position include:

• Planning and preparation of A-2-Sea survey projects.
• Mobilisation of survey equipment including Side Scan Sonar, Magnetometer, Gradiometer & Sub-Bottom Profiler.
• Working onboard survey vessels (12 and 24 hours operations), acquiring geophysical and hydrographic data with a variety of survey equipment.
• Data QC.
• Geophysical data processing, interpretation, and production of deliverables.
• Report writing and interpretation of results.
• Growing A-2-Sea’s geophysical capability
• Continuous investigation of new technologies to utilise in future projects.
• Development of A-2-Sea’s geophysical processes and procedures.

Essential experience:

• Experience of a variety of survey equipment including Edgetech and Klein Side Scan Sonars, Geometrics G882 Magnetometers / Gradiometers and Innomar Parametric Echosounders.
• A strong knowledge of using industry software including Chesapeake SonarWiz and Oasis Montaj.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in marine geophysical survey.
• A higher education degree in geophysical or a technically related subject.
• Willing to work away from home for periods of generally 2 to 4 weeks although periods away from home can vary from a few days to a few weeks.
• A proactive approach to achieving tasks.
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills.
• A keen interest in working the coastal zone.
• Experience of working within a team but with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to understand how their actions impact their surrounding environment and the wider project.
• Possession of a full, valid UK driving licence.

Desirable experience:

• Experience of working on cable route and offshore renewable energy projects in shallow water environments.
• Ability to lead vessel mobilisations.
• Experience of operating a variety of sub-bottom profiler systems.
• Knowledge of GIS software.
• Holds valid offshore medical and sea survival certification.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Geophysicists to join and develop a growing and successful survey department.

To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to Nicola Tucker: [email protected]

by Dan Levett

A-2-Sea are recruiting Hydrographic Surveyors

Following a period of successful growth, A-2-Sea are looking to recruit Hydrographic Surveyors with varying levels of experience to join their continuously expanding Survey Department.

A-2-Sea place a great emphasis on the individual, when assessing suitability for a role. Surveying in the coastal zone is rewarding, but challenging, and in our experience suits people who are hardworking, dynamic, and driven in achieving the objectives of a given project.

Job description:

The position offers a variety of responsibilities that would require the successful candidate to work both offshore away from home and onshore at A-2-Sea’s offices based in Romsey, to deliver all aspects of a project, with opportunities for international travel. The key roles of the position include:

• Planning and preparation of A-2-Sea survey projects.
• Continuous investigation of new technologies, such as UAVs and ASVs to utilise in future projects.
• Mobilisation and calibration of survey equipment to A-2-Sea’s survey vessels as well as vessel of opportunity.
• Acquisition of hydrographic and geophysical data using a variety of survey equipment.
• Data QC.
• Data processing and production of deliverables.
• Report writing and interpretation of results.
• Development of A-2-Sea’s processes and procedures.

Essential experience:

• Experience of a variety of survey equipment including Kongsberg, R2Sonic, Norbit and Reson multibeam systems, positioning systems and USBL systems.
• A higher education degree in hydrographic surveying (ideally IHO Cat-A accredited) or related science-based subject.
• Willing to work away from home for periods of generally 2 to 4 weeks although periods away from home can vary from a few days to a few weeks.
• A proactive approach to achieving tasks.
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills.
• A keen interest in working the coastal zone.
• Experience of working within a team but with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to understand how their actions impact their surrounding environment and the wider project.
• Possession of a full, valid UK driving licence.

Desirable experience:

• Experience of working on nautical charting, cable route and offshore renewable energy projects in shallow water environments.
• Ability to lead vessel mobilisations.
• User of software including Caris HIPS & SIPS, QPS QINSy, QPS Qimera, BeamWorx AutoClean, QPS Fledermaus and Kongsberg SIS.
• Experience of operating Side Scan Sonar systems with data acquisition and QC.
• Knowledge of GIS software.
• Holds valid offshore medical and sea survival certification.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Hydrographic Surveyors to join and develop a growing and successful Survey Department.

To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to Nicola Tucker: [email protected]

by Dan Levett