Marine Environmental Scientist (1 year fixed contract)

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro's 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 we're 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.

The role

The Fugro Marine Environmental team within the Marine Site Characterisation business line is now looking for an experienced and driven Marine Environmental Scientist to join the reporting team to be based in either our Portchester office or Edinburgh's Heriot Watt University campus on a 1 year fixed term contract to cover for maternity.

This is a pivotal role, reporting into the Senior Marine Environmental scientist, you will be analysing multi‑parameters datasets including photographic data, macrofauna data and physico‑chemical data and producing high quality technical reports.

The Marine Environmental team specialises in environmental site characterisation and environmental monitoring. The data we collect enables our clients and regulatory organisations to fully understand the effects of developments and activities in the coastal and marine environment.

Your key responsibilities will include ensuring work is of the highest standard and quality ensuring the protection of the environment and prevention of pollution in accordance with company procedures. You will be involved in the preparation of environmental technical reports, utilising relevant statistical analysis of data and mapping software, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.

You will ensure all activities are carried out to company specific standards and are in line with our QHSSE policies.

Who we're looking for

Essential

• BSc in Marine Science or Environmental Science, or equivalent;
• Minimum of 1 year relevant practical experience;
• Experience of marine macrofauna identification and/or physical and chemical analysis;
• Experience of scientific/technical report writing;
• Experience of statistical analysis;
• Good Microsoft Office capabilities;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Proven ability to work to deadlines.

Desirable

• MSc or PhD in Marine Science or Environmental Science or relevant equivalent;
• Experience of undertaking marine environmental surveys;
• Experience of geographic information system (GIS) software;
• Experience of interpreting geophysical data;
• Report review and quality control experience;
• Clean driving licence;
• Experience of sensitive habitat assessments and protected habitats within the UK;
• Renewables industry experience.

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 you'll 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 world's leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

• A comprehensive training package that includes survey techniques and equipment, GIS and offshore survival.
• Benefits for this role include a competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
• Discounts portal
• Additional benefits include flexible hybrid working (home/office).
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.

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 Fugro's purpose 'together create a safe and liveable world' - and to each other.

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