Marine Geophysicist

Job Description

The role

Exciting opportunities have arisen for experienced Marine Geophysicists to join Fugro and based in Dubai within our Marine Site Characterization (MSC) business line.

You will predominately be involved and responsible for the acquisition, quality control, interpretation, and analysis of marine geophysical data, geohazard assessment, and the integration of geophysical, environmental, and geotechnical data.

With a focus on the generation of client deliverables, you will work as part of the Marine Site Characterization Client Deliverables team and work offshore - approx. 200 days

This job is for you if:
- You want to be part of a great team.- You are looking for a company that puts safety first.- You have a technical background in working with geophysical software.- You have practical field experience in marine geophysical survey work such as data acquisition, quality control, and interpretation of side scan sonar, sub-bottom profiler or magnetometer data.- Willingness to work offshore.

Who you’ll be working with:
While onshore you will be working closely with the team of Geophysicists, Data Processors, and Geoscience Team Leaders to produce high-quality survey reports. Offshore you will undertake geophysical survey work, such as data acquisition, quality control, interpretation of side scan sonar, sub-bottom profiler, or magnetometer data.

Here’s what a typical day would be like:
- Monitor acquired data quality on survey vessels, liaise with and assist Party Chief and other survey staff, and maintain survey logs.- Interpret and integrate a variety of data and preparation of reports in accordance with contractual specifications, Fugro standards and styles, and Quality Assurance documentation, under the supervision of the Geoscience Supervisor, Geoscience Team Leaders, or Senior Geophysicist as appropriate.- Assist with the acquisition, logging, and testing of seabed samples as required.- Use department IT systems to aid interpretation and reporting.- Supervise trainee staff during data acquisition and reporting.

Who we’re looking for:
Essential- BSC / MSC or equivalent in a Geophysics, Geology, or related discipline.- Good understanding of survey and data acquisition principles.- An understanding of the geophysical equipment and methods used to investigate shallow marine environments.- Knowledge of data interpretation, mapping, visualization, and plotting software.- Practical field experience in marine geophysical survey work, such as data acquisition, quality control, interpretation of side scan sonar, sub-bottom profiler or magnetometer data.- An excellent communicator (verbally and written) and able to form good working relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels.- Ability to prioritize workload to meet project deadlines.- Good attention to detail, quality, and safety.- Management and Leadership qualities- Disciplined, self-motivated, and flexible team player.- Flexible and willing to travel offshore.

Desirable- Knowledge of SonarWiz, Kingdom, Oasis montaj, and ArcMap software.- Experience in undertaking shallow gas/geohazard interpretation from 2DHR seismic data.- Experience in the supervision of junior geophysicist staff in offshore and office environments.

What we’ll offer you:
The benefits for this role include a competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package.

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