Survey Trainee

To support approved recruitment levels and future workforce needs, Omega Subsea is seeking to introduce a Survey Trainee position. By recruiting and training people at an early stage in their careers, Omega Subsea aims to build a sustainable talent pipeline and develop skilled offshore professionals for the future. 

Job description 

The Survey Trainee is responsible for supporting survey operations during offshore projects, providing assistance with online data acquisition and technical survey systems.  

The role is designed to provide broad exposure to survey operations, with the potential to progress into either Online Surveyor or Survey Technician positions. 

The duties shall include but not be limited to: 

• Work under the direction of the Party Chief and senior survey personnel 

• Assist with the setup, testing, calibration, and maintenance of vessel and ROV survey equipment 

• Support positioning and navigation systems (e.g. gyro, USBL, MRU, DGPS, INS) 

• Monitor real-time survey data to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements 

• Assist with troubleshooting survey equipment and technical issues 

• Support offshore data management, including logging, backup, archiving, and handover 

• Contribute to reporting through accurate data logs and system documentation 

• Assist with mobilisation and demobilisation of survey spreads 

• Attend training activities, including those outside shift where beneficial 

• Participate in competence development towards Online Surveyor or Survey Technician roles 

• Ensure all work complies with company, client, and HSE standards 

Qualifications 

• Degree level qualification in Survey, Geomatics or similar, preferably with a strong Hydrographic element or elective. 

OR 

• Degree level qualification in Electronics, Computing, Networking or similar 

OR 

• Professional experience of either Hydrographic Survey, Electronics, Networking, or Computing 

• Familiarity with or willingness to learn survey software (e.g., EIVA, Sonardyne, Exail, or equivalent). 

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 

• Motivation to complete the Survey Trainee competency program. 

• Valid offshore certifications (BOSIET/FOET, Offshore Medical, etc.) or willingness to obtain. 

Personal Qualities 

• Proactive approach and willingness to learning and solution-oriented mindset. 

• Capacity to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in offshore environments 

• Willingness to work in remote locations and unsociable hours while remaining considerate towards team members and maintaining high levels of professionalism, personal responsibility and accountability. 

• Competent of working both independently and collaboratively within teams. 

• Contribute to a great and safe work environment based on Omega Subsea’s core values: Open, Engaged, Generous, Humble & Solution Oriented 

What we can offer you 

• A strong team spirit – work with supportive, experienced people who enjoy sharing knowledge and pulling together offshore 

• A company on the rise – be part of a growing organisation where your contribution is noticed and valued 

• Hands-on experience – exposure to modern survey equipment, systems, and real offshore operations 

• A solid starting point – an excellent foundation for a long-term career in a growing and exciting industry 

• Room to grow – training, mentoring, and real opportunities to progress as your skills develop