Onshore Senior Surveyor in Southampton

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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 operational survey expertise for our growing team.

This is a full-time onshore position based in Southampton and will require the successful applicants to be based within a commutable distance.

What you’ll do:

• Lead survey operations within a senior online survey capacity in our operations centre, acting as the online lead for project and/or survey operations 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.
• Support the Online Survey Lead and Technical Authority Survey with oversight of vessel status and dynamically operational requirements.
• Provide oversight to surveyors and technical tools.
• Ensure all survey equipment is calibrated and functioning correctly, including geodesy setup and USBL verification.
• Troubleshoot complex survey software 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 the Online Survey Lead, Technical Authority Survey and Project Managers in compiling and QC of project manuals.
• Document any offshore deviation, change and/or variation from the scope of work;
• Handle contact with software/hardware manufacturers.

Who you are:

• 5+ years’ experience in offshore survey.
• Degree in Geomatics, 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 survey operational advisor to internal/external 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.

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Senior Surveyor with strong technical and communication skills

Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum

Night Shift / Overtime Uplift: Additional uplift applies for night shifts up to 10%

Relocation: We are seeking candidates who are based in Southampton or the surrounding area, or who are willing to relocate from elsewhere in the UK. Limited short-term rotational support may be provided during the transition period; however, this will be restricted to accommodation only. We offer up to £5,000 in relocation expenses, which are reimbursable after your start date.

Shift Patterns:

• 2 weeks ON / 2 weeks OFF rotation within the ROC.
• Rotating 8-hour on shifts (day, night, weekends), with 16-hours off shift to support 24/7 survey operations.
• Senior Surveyors' shift management includes pre-shift briefings, managing real-time priorities, and acting as the escalation point for technical and operational issues.

Salary: The salary varies for this position as we are recruiting in multiple regional locations and job grades. The salary process is based on skills, abilities, and experience required.

What you can expect:

At Ocean Infinity, we believe in creating equal opportunities for all, celebrating each and everyone’s differences. We are driven by transforming the industry, through our technology, thoughts, behaviours and actions. Being inclusive and respectful to all is fundamental to who we are. It is the right thing to do and enables innovation and creativity to thrive.

There is more work to be done, and we know that we aren’t perfect, but our commitment to these values is unwavering. They are central to our mission and the impact we have on the industry, meaning, we cannot live without them.