Geophysicist

As geophysicist you will be part of Boskalis Hirdes EOD Services the Explosive Ordnance Disposal department within the Boskalis Group. This department deals with detection identification and removal of unexploded ordnance in the offshore environment serving marine infrastructural projects as well as offshore renewables projects.

As geophysicist you efficiently maneuver between the tendering and execution phase of our projects and as such provide specialist technical assistance and support in the preparation and execution of geophysical / electromagnetic survey works in unexploded ordnance (UXO) detection business. With your knowledge of geophysics and expertise in this field you will be responsible for:

• Data management including acquisition processing and evaluation of geophysical survey data used in offshore and onshore UXO detection (mainly focused on magnetic and electromagnetic data).
• Coordination of geophysical measurements onboard survey vessel in close collaboration with survey personnel. Training and support of surveyors with regards to relevant measuring equipment.
• Reporting and documentation of survey and project results in the office.
• Presentation and provision of data according to client specifications.

In your role you are willing and physically fit to work on offshore vessels and at onshore project sites.

We offer an exciting work environment in a multinational team and in an offshore environment with the aim to provide a quality service to our clients we always strive to develop innovative and cost effective solutions. The Boskalis group has a strong focus on the Energy Transition and the associated increasing market demands. With this in mind we believe to offer an interesting position where you can directly contribute but also further develop your personal skills and geophysical expertise.

Your qualities 
A high degree of selforganization and a proactive work attitude are two crucial preconditions for being successful in the role of Geophysicist within Boskalis Offshore EOD department. Based on your knowledge and experience of geophysics as well as your analytical skills you are able to support our projects with geophysical expertise. You switch easily in collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders and you see to it that realization commissioning and aftercare take place on time and within the agreed specifications of quality.

Your solid basis allows you to initiate and complete assessments as well as allowing you to work relatively independently. For every challenge we face you see opportunities for continuous improvement of existing methods and techniques as well as practical solutions. Apart from that the following requirements are applicable:

• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience is desirable.
• M.Sc. (or higher) in geosciences/geophysics/physics or a related field with a focus on geophysics.
• Basic knowledge of magnetometer EM measurements and processing techniques is required. Basic knowledge of survey sensors such as positioning and motion sensor measurements is desirable.
• Experience working with software applications such as Oasis Montaj and GIS (QGIS/ArcGIS).
• Experience in MS Office is required.
• Knowledge of a programming language (Python R etc.) is desirable.
• Structured work method and logical thinking throughout large scale project work.
• Knowledge of English language (written and spoken) is required German language (written and spoken) is desirable.
• EU passport or EU longterm residency German work permit.

• Class B driving license.

Qualifications :

What you can expect

• Money and more: Besides a monthly salary you will receive 30 paid leave days per year plus allowances and working time compensation during travel and working offshore. You will receive a professional set of tools such as laptop and mobile phone as well as IT setup for homeoffice. Further you will benefit from a free membership at Fitness Loft situated close to our office in Hamburg.
• Warm welcome: We warmly welcome our new colleagues so they feel at home as soon as possible. During your onboarding program we give you all the ins and outs about Boskalis!
• Career opportunities: Because we work in a dynamic environment we challenge you every day to get better. Together we will realize your full personal and professional career by creating development opportunities. Being part of one of the worlds largest leading dredging & marine experts offers an enormous growth potential for personal development in both Germany and through our mother company Royal Boskalis Westminster.
• Young Boskalis: This is a platform created for and by the Young Boskalis generation. The Young Boskalis Board focus is to represent young employees and look after their integration into the Boskalis family across the various divisions.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime