Consultant Oceanographer and Numerical Modeller in Southampton

Do you want to be a part of the Net Zero revolution in marine renewable energy generation? Do you want to be part of a team that routinely investigates the interactions between marine and coastal infrastructure, and waves, tides and sediment transport? We are ABPmer, a marine consultancy and survey company that specialises in understanding one of the most complex environments on earth. Involved in the offshore wind industry since the start, we have undertaken a wide range of supporting studies and environmental impact assessments for most UK OWFs, as well as for tidal power and other marine renewable projects here and overseas.

As part of Associated British Ports group, we are routinely involved in port projects around the UK, from pre-feasibility for NSIPs through to operational support. As industry leaders in marine and coastal habitat creation, we work with NGOs and government agencies in the design, assessment, consenting and monitoring of conservation projects. We work across all marine sectors for all kinds of clients, with a diverse portfolio of projects and services; no two projects are the same and no two days are the same.

Known for our technical ability, professionalism, and service excellence, we have been helping clients sustainably manage, operate and develop in the marine environment for over 75 years. We know our service excellence is due to our staff and we offer a training and development programme focused on continuous learning and career progression.

Working on a diverse portfolio of projects, you will join a team of specialists supporting clients through the analysis and interpretation of marine and coastal data, including building, calibrating and running numerical models of waves, hydrodynamics and sediments. With support and training, you will be producing a range of technical reports describing the statistics and patterns of key physical features of the marine environment, and changes or impacts that might arise from coastal and marine development and related operations.

• We are looking for an oceanographer or coastal processes consultant who is confident in applying their technical expertise to the quantification and assessment of morphological and hydrodynamic changes, sediment transport and wave analysis.
• An understanding of water and/or sediment quality would also be beneficial.
• You would be:

• Building, calibrating and running numerical models of waves, hydrodynamics and sediments
• Analysing, interpreting and presenting diverse measured and modelled data types
• Delivering a range of oceanographic and coastal process assessments
• Contributing to service developments and internal research
• Preparing and contributing to the proposal / tendering process
• Project management and client engagement

• You have:

• An interest and background in physical oceanography or the assessment of coastal processes
• An interest and background in mathematics and statistics is also beneficial
• A degree (and preferred, a postgraduate degree) in a relevant discipline
• Relevant marine experience in a consultancy or developer organisation

• Collation and interpretation of oceanographic and coastal process data and information
• Application of coastal, estuarine and shelf sea oceanographic processes knowledge and understanding when undertaking assessments
• Analysis and presentation of physical environment data, ideally including use of GIS, MATLAB or other programming / scripting languages
• Numerical modelling of wave, hydrodynamic and sediment transport processes
• Report writing, presentation and communication
• Project management
• Written and oral communication with a range of internal and external clients / stakeholders

We are a friendly, welcoming team focussed on collaborative working. Our culture means you are encouraged to chart your own course to excellence.

We deliver a diverse portfolio of work, allowing you to apply your expertise to an array of interesting projects and locations.

We understand the importance of good work-life balance, offering flexible arrangements as standard, including hybrid working.

We operate a programme of continuous professional development supported by tailored, formal and on-the-job training and mentoring.

Working for us means you benefit from a contribution-matched pension plan, private medical and dental insurance as well as paid professional subscription, and a range of discount schemes.

We continue to grow to meet the high demand for our bespoke services. Join us as we continue our exciting journey.

Please note that the closing date for this role is 2 March, however we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large number of applications, so we recommend you apply as soon as possible.

ABPmer is part of the Associated British Ports Group; please apply via the link below, which will take you to the ABP website: We understand that our success flows from the skills, knowledge and experience of the people who work here; that’s why we invest in personal development and well-being.

ABPmer provides marine consultancy support to organisations around the globe; for over 75 years we have been advising clients and undertaking applied research. We pride ourselves on our commitment to service excellence.