Hydrographic Surveyor (Dredging)

Job title - Hydrographic Surveyor (Dredging)

Job location - Mumbai

Job Responsibilities

1) Pre-Survey Planning:

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and objectives.
• Plan and organize survey activities, taking into consideration the specific needs of the dredging project.

2) Data Collection:

• Use various survey equipment and technologies to collect data on bathymetry, sediment composition, and other relevant parameters.
• Conduct hydrographic surveys to measure water depth and map the underwater terrain.
• Utilize geophysical survey methods to assess soil conditions and identify potential obstacles.

3) Instrument Operation:

• Operate specialized survey instruments such as single-beam and multi-beam echo sounders, side-scan sonar, and GPS equipment.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of data collected through proper calibration and maintenance of survey equipment.

4) Data Analysis and Processing:

• Process, analyze, and interpret survey data using specialized software and tools.
• Generate accurate bathymetric charts, maps, and reports to support decision-making during dredging operations.

5) Monitoring and Quality Control:

• Monitor ongoing dredging activities to ensure alignment with project specifications.
• Conduct regular quality control checks on survey data to identify and address any discrepancies or errors.

6) Safety and Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure that survey activities comply with safety regulations and environmental protection standards.
• Identify and report any potential environmental impacts or safety hazards associated with dredging operations.

7) Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of survey data, methodologies, and results for future reference and reporting.
• Prepare comprehensive survey reports and contribute to project documentation.

8) Continuous Improvement:

• Stay informed about advancements in surveying technologies and techniques.
• Recommend and implement improvements to survey methodologies to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of dredging surveys.