Senior Hydrographic Surveyor
Job in
Romsey, Hampshire County, SO51, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-16
Listing for:
SubCom
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-16
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.
The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - Sub Com has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, and deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the Sub Com team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.
We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), Sub Com has opportunities to advance your career.
Responsibilities Planning and preparation of A-2-Sea survey projects
Mobilisation and calibration of survey vessels
Acquisition of hydrographic and geophysical data using a variety of survey equipment
Survey data processing and production of deliverables
Report writing and interpretation of results
Development of A-2-Sea’s processes and procedures.
Communicates with customers and customer representatives
Proactive in making suggestions for where A2
Sea can develop and improve methodologies and procedures.
Inputs technical detail into quotations and tenders
Creation of Project Execution Plans to encompass the contracted specifications
Understands of the contractual arrangements of a project.
Production of line plans for project planning and subsequent data acquisition.
Understands and enforces A-2-Sea's safety, environment and quality policies.
Reviews and updates Method Statements and Procedures as required.
Carries out the role of Party Chief onboard 24hr vessels operating multibeam and geophysical sensors (SSS, Mag and SBP)
Creates operational plans and manages timescales on a daily basis.
Manages personnel on site including A2
Sea employees and contractors to ensure work is conducted efficiently.
Leads vessel mobilisations (positioning systems, multibeam systems and USBL systems).Carries out data QA and QC throughout data acquisition.
Data processing of bathymetry and navigation data to a high standard.
Proficient at writing various survey reports (including Mobilisation, Operations, Results).Able to work to schedules and meet deadlines.
Validates / reviews and prepares deliverables prior to submission to the customer.
Qualifications Ability to lead vessel mobilisations.
A proactive, flexible approach to achieving tasks.
Good interpersonal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
Willing to work away from home for periods of 4 weeks, although periods away from home can vary from a few days to a few weeks.
Possession of a full, valid driving license.
5+ years experience in a similar position.
A higher education degree in hydrographic surveying (ideally IHO Cat-A accredited) or related science-based subject.
Experience with a variety of survey equipment, including Kongsberg, NORBIT multibeam systems, positioning systems and USBL systems.
Knowledge of survey software for acquisition and processing, including QPS QINSy, Kongsberg SIS, Beam Worx Auto Clean, Caris HIPS & SIPS, and Chesapeake Sonar Wiz.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITYSubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.
SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES Quality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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