United States
Sector
Keyword
Geophysical Surveyor
Hydrographical Surveyor
Ocean surveyor
Minimum - BSc or MSc
Previousrelevantworkexperience
The tasks a Surveyor Hydrographic is expected to perform include:
Surveying and mapping areas bounded, banked or inundated by waters of rivers, lakes, sea, water-sheds, etc. indicating shore lines and including other information in chart for use of navigators and for constructing piers and light houses
Determining underwater features of sea, nature of river beds and depth of waters from several points (control points)
Collecting details regarding behaviour of ocean currents and preparing charts
Registering surfacing of rocks in chart for warning to boats chartering those waters
Incorporating tidal behaviour during different times of year in maps to add navigation
Producing charts and other ancillary publications such as Notices to Mariners to inform them of changes in waters, light houses, etc.
Proficientinusing specialised technical software and equipment including satellite and terrestrial positioning systems, sonars, single and multi-beam echo sounders, laser scanners and Li
DAR equipped aircraft to provide data for the production of nautical charts and maps
Well-versed in using remotely operated and autonomous underwater vehicles to acquire data in deep oceans
Knowledge of using specialised technical software and geographical information systems (GIS) to manage the integration, processing and presentation of data to clients
Ability to produce reports and provide accurate and reliable information for other disciplines, such as, navigation, dredging, coastal works, seabed telephone cables, environmental monitoring, aquaculture, marine wind farm development, oceanographic research, bridge construction, and oil, gas and mineral resource exploration
Will be updated
Attention to detail
Physically fit
Adaptability
Manual dexterity
Mathematical skills
Computer skills
Attention to detail
Curious and analytical mind
It is a field job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company Shift system is not available
Being self-employed is also an option. In this case, the working hours and days will be flexible
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needsThis job is suitable for candidates with
The job is listed as mildly hazardous or dangerous as per The
Buildingandother
Construction
Worker's
Act(Regulation
Of
Employment And Conditions Of Service), 1996
Occupational hazards include strained vision, back aches, general fatigue and exhaustion
Health risks include exposure to dirt and dust, traverse rough terrain, bending and standing for long hours,exposure to computer, etc. Also work in a wide range of differing situations and applications, from inland waters and rivers, to ports and oceans
For candidates with up to 6 years of experience INR29,000 to INR 30,000 per month
For candidates with 6 to 10 years of experience INR 43,000 to INR 44,000 per month
For candidates with over 10 years of experience INR 54,000 to INR 55,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Growth of Construction Sector in India
The market value of construction sector in India is projected to expand up to INR 11954 billion by 2017. Continuously increasing infrastructure spending levels of the government has made the industry highly attractive among foreign investors in the recent years.
The Construction sectors growth is expected to reach 7.5 percent by 2016-17 from current growth rates of 5.6 percent and is expected to contribute significantly to the countrys GDP in the next five years thereby showing its vital importance for the economic growth of the nation.
Construction sector is the 2nd largest employer in the country. The sector currently employs over 45 million employees and is slated to employ more than 76 million employees by 2022. This implies additional creation of ~31 million jobs in the 9 year period.
Private construction and architectural firms across India
Government boards, housing boards, BMC, govt. bodies, etc.
Contract survey companies
Freelance surveyors and consultancies
National charting agencies
Port and harbour authorities
Self employed
Towns and cities across India
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Oceanography, hydrography or surveying science institutes across India
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