USV Technician - Geophysical

Job Description

USV Technician

Are you ready to be at the forefront of cutting-edge marine technology Based across Europe and Africa this exciting role places you at the heart of operations involving Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) supporting critical geophysical and hydrographic survey missions that shape the future of marine exploration. As a USV Technician youll be instrumental in ensuring these autonomous vessels are fully operational and mission-readydirectly contributing to projects that enhance maritime safety environmental understanding and offshore development. Reporting to the USV Site Manager and USV Technical Manager youll collaborate with a passionate multidisciplinary team in a dynamic environment. This is a full-time site-based position that involves working in a stable rotation based on project demands.

Your role and responsibilities:

• Oversee the operational integrity of the uncrewed surface vessel and associated systems to maximise uptime during projects.
• Perform fault finding and maintenance on uncrewed surface vessels geophysical equipment and navigational systems.
• Coordinate port call activities including vessel berthing refuelling and scheduled maintenance.
• Communicate clearly with technical support teams to ensure timely resolution of equipment faults and issues.
• Maintain accurate records of planned maintenance asset inventory and fault reporting for the uncrewed surface vessel.
• Train and mentor junior technicians ensuring adherence to the companys safety and operational procedures.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard in line with the companys quality health safety and environmental management systems.

What youll need to thrive in this role:

• Qualification in hydrographic survey engineering information technology or a related technical field (such as electrical electronics computing or mechanical systems).
• Previous experience working within geophysical survey operations.
• Proven ability to support technical operations in offshore or remote environments with a solid understanding of survey equipment project mobilisations and operating planned maintenance systems.
• Proficient in English with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work shift patterns up to 4 weeks in length across Europe and Africa as required to support project needs.

About Us

Who we are
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution Fugros global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs so they can design build and operate their assets more safely sustainably and efficiently. But were always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

What we offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster we think youll be able to do what you do best better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the worlds leading Geo-data specialist we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse driven team.

Our view on diversity equity and inclusion

At Fugro our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints experiences knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome but discrimination harassment inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging of safety and acceptance that makes us feel more connected to Fugros purpose together we create a safe and liveable world and to each other.

Benefits of joining our team

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Group life assurance
• Group income protection
• Electric car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts platform
• The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Long service awards
• Fugro values awards
• Employee referral bonus scheme

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.

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Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.