Survey Engineer Job at Fugro in Cape Town

JOB TITLE: SURVEY ENGINEER (Electronic Engineering)

Job number    3443
company    Fugro Survey Africa (Pty) Ltd. - Cape Town
level    HBO (BSc, BA)


Fugro Survey Africa (Pty) Ltd is part of the Fugro Group and employs staff in several countries. Fugro Survey is a dynamic company, specialised in hydrographic and marine surveys. Projects are carried out for clients in the oil and gas industry, construction and dredging companies. Main services provided are positioning of rigs and vessels, and collection and interpretation of offshore survey data using acoustic equipment. Fugro Survey operate the dedicated survey vessel Geo Endeavour. Operations are executed mainly in frontier areas in Africa under challenging conditions. Fugro Survey is part of a business unit which includes offices in Leidschendam, Paris, Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Congo, Angola and South Africa.

Operations
position



The SURVEY ENGINEER performs all survey assignment in the office and in the field, as defined by the project manager or operations manager.
The position demands responsibility and necessity to set example. Initiative is a pre-requisite in the role of all duties, whether in the lead or supportive role.


    Execute tasks related to positioning and navigation projects according to operations instructions.
    Mobilization and installation of equipment onboard vessels and rigs.
    Interfacing and troubleshooting of positioning and survey equipment.
    Ensure all safety standards are met and followed.
    Actively participate in adherence to and improvement of the company Management System on Quality and HSE related issues.
    Reporting to Operations Manager.
    Working closely with other field staff offshore, with Project Manager and the Workshop Engineers onshore on project basis.


position requirements



Relevant B.Sc. or National Diploma/BTech in Electronic / Mechatronic Engineering (not neg!)
    NB: Min. 1 year practical experience in electronic engineering (for trainee level)
    NB: Min. 3-5 years practical electronic engineering experience plus at least 1 year offshore
    experience, preferably in relevant industry (for skilled level)
English language
Be prepared to travel locally (within Africa) and internationally
Must be able to swim (offshore survival course will be done)
Must be medically fit for offshore duty (please declare any illnesses which may prevent offshore work)
Knowledge of acoustic equipment and software is preferable
Show creativity, motivation, adaptability and innovation ("think outside the box")
Be flexible, stress resistant, have an accurate work practice and a hands-on mentality
Be a team player (effectively work in close-knit environments with many cultural groups and nationalities)
Must have good communication skills
Good computer skills
Good understanding of (HSE) safety policies and procedures
Must be empowered and confident to halt unsafe work
South African national with valid SA Passport
Residing in Cape Town (or willing to relocate at own cost).
Valid driver's license with record in good standing
No criminal record (this must be disclosed as police clearances are done for visas when travelling offshore)

what we offer


· Competitive offshore allowances
· Pension scheme and medical aid contribution.
· Challenging and varied job in a multi-cultural international company
· Dynamic and informal working atmosphere
· Opportunity for personal and career development
· Dynamic and informal working atmosphere.
· Comprehensive worldwide training infrastructure available.



To apply, please send your CV (resumé) with relevant documents, i.e:

    Diploma (plus transcripts/results)
    Recent payslip
    RSA Identity document


to recruiting@fugro.com


Deadline: 31/12/2014