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Survey Engineer
DOFAberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£43,800
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2454 (65% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £43,800, and DOF is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
We are looking for Survey Engineers
Are you passionate about technology, problem-solving, and working in exciting offshore environments? If you're looking for a hands-on role where every day brings new challenges, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
The Survey and Inspection department in DOF Subsea Atlantic is looking for Survey Engineers to join our team. This is an offshore position.
Learn more about DOF!
What You'll Do
Are you passionate about technology, problem-solving, and working in exciting offshore environments? If you're looking for a hands-on role where every day brings new challenges, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
The Survey and Inspection department in DOF Subsea Atlantic is looking for Survey Engineers to join our team. This is an offshore position.
Learn more about DOF!
What You'll Do
- Operate Survey Equipment: Use state-of-the-art technology to collect, analyse, and record data to the highest standards, ensuring everything is accurate and up to regulations. Prepare, use, and maintain all relevant survey logs, documentation and reports. Monitor real-time displays; examine calibration, data plots and charts/maps. Be familiar with equipment lists, checklists, service reports, and to confirm that there is no shortage of equipment and parts
- Focus on safety. Whatever we do, we want to do it in a safe manner. Report and follow up deficiencies, damaged equipment, safety hazards, or incidents; by using the appropriate reporting system (e.g., failure/breakdown, SJA, non-conformity)
- Collaboration is Key: Work alongside survey personnel onshore and offshore, ROV crew, Shift Supervisors and management to ensure smooth operations, while providing input and suggestions for improvements in team performance and operations. Support vessel mobilization and demobilization as needed
- Maintain Equipment: Keep survey-related equipment in excellent working condition, making sure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. We take pride in looking after our assets
- Reporting & Problem-Solving: Report key findings to senior team members, identify issues, and actively contribute to solutions that optimise our workflows
- Innovation Focus: Get hands-on with the latest in survey technology and contribute to the development of new systems in renewable energy, offshore decommissioning, and more. Contribute to Dof's commitment to sustainability and innovation in renewable energy
Requirements
Is this the perfect role for you, but you don't meet every single requirement? We value the right person over a perfect match to a job description. Research shows that underrepresented groups are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed requirement, and we don't want that to hold great talent back, so we encourage you to apply. It's the best way for us to find the right talent for this role, or another, and that could be you.
We will also consider trainees for this role and so if you feel you are the right person for this role and have a great attitude we would like to hear from you.
Responsibilities And Tasks
- Background in electronics, data technology, surveying, or similar fields. (Experience can substitute for formal education)
- Experience in the offshore industry or survey operations
- Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team
- Flexible mindset—adapt to changing environments with ease
- Passion for innovation, safety, and efficiency
Is this the perfect role for you, but you don't meet every single requirement? We value the right person over a perfect match to a job description. Research shows that underrepresented groups are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed requirement, and we don't want that to hold great talent back, so we encourage you to apply. It's the best way for us to find the right talent for this role, or another, and that could be you.
We will also consider trainees for this role and so if you feel you are the right person for this role and have a great attitude we would like to hear from you.
Responsibilities And Tasks
- Perform work in accordance with company and project policies and standards
- Work effectively under time constraints
- Recognize personal limitations and seek guidance when necessary
- Operation of online software packages and knowledge of how they work
- Assist with installing, configuring and licensing software packages
- Mobilisation and demobilisation of survey equipment, sensors and packages
- Testing and repair of survey sensors
- Use of safe electrical and electronic working practices
- Create detailed fault reports and manage vessel spares ensuring continuous operations
- Be able to operate online systems and monitor sensor inputs and online navigation
- Show good communication to survey team and others
If you're looking for an exciting, rewarding career where you can make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards an adventure with DOF !
You don't need to tick all the boxes—we want individuals who bring enthusiasm, are good team players and have a problem-solving mindset. Your background can vary, but your dedication to safety, excellence, integrity, and collaboration is key.
We evaluate candidates on a rolling basis.
Who We Are
DOF is a leading provider of integrated marine and subsea services to the global offshore energy market. We combine expertise, assets, and technology to execute integrated subsea and offshore operations safely, and reliably - every time.
With a multinational team of approximately 6,000 people and a fleet of modern offshore/subsea vessels, we support our partners with global reach, scale, and industry-leading capability. Our operational centres and business units are in Norway, Denmark, UK, USA, Singapore, Brazil, Argentina, Canada, Angola, Philippines, and Australia.
At DOF you join a trusted global organisation where safety, teamwork, and integrity come first. We offer strong career growth, supportive development, and a culture that values inclusion, recognition, and connection. Build a meaningful career in a workplace that puts people first.
Unlocking the future, together.
Benefits
At DOF, we believe in providing our employees with a supportive and enriching work environment. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as part of our team:
- We offer private medical care, enhanced maternity and paternity policies, company pension, employee assistance program and more
- Well-being: With a modern fleet of vessels, we focus on your comfort and well-being while on the job, we have well maintained vessels, comfortable cabins, great food and access to the internet to keep in touch with family and friends
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with DOF, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 2454 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~54k in sampleP25 £38kP75 £58k
£29kmedian £46kgoing rate £44k£58k
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2454 going rate of £43,800. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.