Venterra is a global wind energy services company, engineering, building and supporting major wind and renewables projects around the world. Our clear purpose: accelerate the global energy transition by becoming the go-to services provider and strategic partner for the rapidly expanding wind industry.
Our diverse team of experts is dedicated to making net zero a reality. We offer specialised services across the entire project lifecycle, including:
Geoscience consultancy
Project advisory
Survey capabilities
By acquiring and bringing together leading offshore engineering and marine science companies like Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions, CAPE Holland, INSPIRE Environmental, Partrac and Ordtek, we provide the most comprehensive services and expertise in the market. And we're not done growing yet, which means there are plenty of exciting career opportunities on offer for our team.
At Venterra, sustainability, safety, and quality are prioritised in everything we do, reducing project risk, time, and cost for our clients.
Dive into groundbreaking renewables projects that are literally changing the world.
# Gain unique, full-spectrum experience from initial surveys to final construction.
# Our worldwide projects aren't just pins on a map – they're tickets to diverse experiences, cultures and challenges, with plenty of international travel opportunities on offer.
# Access cutting-edge training, mentorship from industry leaders, and a clear development path with opportunities to sharpen your skills in the renewables space.
# We're committed to cultivating a culture of equality, diversity, and positive impact through our work.
By joining us, you'll play a direct role in growing the renewables sector while building a career in an exciting, global industry.
Our Geoscience team:
Venterra’s Geoscience team is made up of market-leading experts from Ordtek, GDG, and Partrac. We offer unparalleled site characterisation, geoscience management, sediment processes, UXO management, and GIS and data services, tailored to meet the comprehensive needs of our clients.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Geophysicist to join our dynamic team within the Venterra Geoscience service line at Ordtek. Based in our Hethel, Norwich or Hamburg office, this key role focuses on supporting offshore wind development projects by delivering high-quality geophysical data and interpretations. You will ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards while adhering to budget, timeline, and resource guidelines. We offer hybrid working, with employees spending three days per week in the office, providing flexibility and promoting work-life balance.
Contribute to the review of survey contractors project execution plan (PEP and supporting documents) before on-site activities commence.
Design and review scopes of work for offshore surveys.
Be active in managing survey contractors and client representatives to ensure the delivery of high-quality data.
Communicate the results of any survey in a clear fashion to the team, clients, senior managers, or partners, including those with a limited understanding of geoscience. Quality check and provide chartable deliverables to produce charts and reports.
Process/reprocess magnetometer data from raw using Oasis Montaj.
Critically appraise existing geophysical datasets and assess usability against project requirements.
Provide comment on data collection techniques and improve existing techniques in data acquisition and processing.
Oversee the production of and contribute to technical reporting, leading teams to deliver thorough and comprehensive project documentation.
A minimum of five years of relevant work experience in marine geophysical campaigns. This experience should include expertise in marine data acquisition and processing techniques, specifically side scan sonar and magnetometer datasets, as well as an understanding of multibeam and geotechnical data.
Demonstratable experience in Oasis Montaj in relative to UXO related surveys.
Understanding of the offshore energy industry, and its needs.
Proven experience in managing and ensuring data quality.
Degree in Geophysics, Geology, Geoscience, or another relevant field.
Desired Masters in Geophysics, Geology, Geoscience, or another relevant field.
Experience with Python scripting and automation.
Mentoring and coaching skills.
Willing and able to travel as required.
At Venterra, we are committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We take inclusion and diversity seriously.