Offshore Drilling Rig / Barge Positioning Surveyor

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys for rigs, barges, and marine vessels; plan and execute rig moves, barge positioning, and navigation survey activities.
• Operate and maintain DGPS/GNSS, gyrocompass, motion sensors, acoustic positioning systems, and other survey equipment.
• Perform positioning checks, equipment calibration, and survey data quality control; support anchor handling, mooring, and jack-up rig positioning as required.
• Coordinate with rig masters, marine crews, offshore installation managers, and client representatives; monitor vessel movements, positioning accuracy, and safety.
• Prepare survey reports, positioning records, as-built documentation, and daily updates; follow offshore HSE procedures and marine survey standards.

Qualifications and experience

• At least 5 years of relevant offshore survey experience, preferably 5–10+ years, with direct involvement in rig moves or barge positioning.
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Hydrographic Surveying, Geomatics, Marine Engineering, Survey Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Proven offshore oil and gas experience, including jack-up rig positioning, barge movements, and marine construction support.
• Strong knowledge of positioning techniques, coordinate systems, geodetic principles, and marine navigation.
• Hands-on experience with DGPS/GNSS, gyrocompass, USBL/LBL acoustic positioning, and associated survey sensors.
• Ability to work independently offshore, troubleshoot survey equipment, and coordinate with marine teams.

Software and certifications

• Familiarity with EIVA NaviPac, Qinsy, or equivalent offshore survey and positioning software.
• BOSIET/FOET and offshore medical fitness certifications are preferred; additional hydrographic survey qualifications are advantageous.