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What does a hydrographic surveyor do?
As a hydrographic surveyor you will be responsible for working with a variety of other departments to help monitor and protect the environment on construction projects.
The job role of a hydrographic surveyor involves the following duties:
* Working together with planners, ecologists and civil engineers to monitor and protect the environment
* Exploring and using marine resources in an ethical and sustainable way
* Studying inland waters and rivers, or ports and oceans
* Using specialised technical equipment to collect data for nautical charts and maps
* Providing reports, managing data and answering technical queries
* Producing accurate and reliable information for industries such as oil, gas and mineral exploration, dredging, coastal work, seabed telephone cables, pipelines, environmental monitoring, aquaculture and oceanographic research
* Collecting information about the type of seabed along with the movement of water and waves
How to become a hydrographic surveyor
There are several routes to becoming a hydrographic surveyor. You can gain the qualifications you need by completing a university course, on‑job training through the Royal Navy or an apprenticeship. You should explore the options to find out which is right for you.
University
Study for a surveying degree approved by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
* Equivalent entry requirements explained
* Find a university course
* Funding advice
Apprenticeship
An apprenticeship with a surveying company is a good way into the industry. You could complete a civil engineering or surveying apprenticeship and then specialise in hydrographic surveying. Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. As an apprentice, you will be fully employed by your company and expected to work a minimum of 30 hours a week, splitting your time between on‑job experience and a college or training provider.
* Guide to apprenticeships
Work
You may start your hydrographic career by joining the Royal Navy as a hydrographic, meteorological and oceanographic specialist. Hydrographic training is provided by the Flag Officer Sea Training Hydrography and Meteorology (FOST HM) school.
If you want to become chartered, you must complete the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence, which requires two years of on‑job training. An NVQ Level 4 in Spatial Data Management is also available.
To work offshore you must pass a medical examination every two years and complete an offshore survival course with BOSIET.
Work experience
Work experience is essential to gaining employment within the construction industry. You could gain this at school, or by working weekends and holidays with a company or relative who works as a hydrographic surveyor. Potential employers will always be pleased to see work experience listed on your CV.
* Find out more about work experience
Skills
* Good knowledge of navigation systems
* Great team‑working skills in pressurised situations
* A practical approach to problem‑solving
* Logical thinking
* Resourcefulness and resilience
* A valid UK driving licence
Qualifications
* Civil engineering or surveying apprenticeship and then specialise in hydrographic surveying
* Geospatial Mapping and Science Specialist (degree)
How much could you earn as a hydrographic surveyor?
The expected salary for a hydrographic surveyor varies as you become more experienced.
* Newly trained hydrographic surveyors can start at £30,000
* Trained with experience hydrographic surveyors can earn up to £60,000*
Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed an industry recognised training route.
* Salaries have been collected from multiple industry sources
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Internship
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Construction
Location
Peterborough, England, United Kingdom
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