Marine Environmental Scientist - Permanent Contract

Join the dynamic Fugro Marine Environmental team, where your expertise as a Marine Environmental Scientist will play a crucial role in shaping the future of coastal and marine site characterization. Based in either our Portchester office or at Edinburgh's Heriot Watt University campus, you will be at the forefront of environmental monitoring, guiding a talented team of Environmental Scientists as they analyse diverse datasets-from stunning photographic evidence to intricate macrofauna and physico-chemical data. In this pivotal position, you will not only produce high-quality technical reports but also mentor and train your team, ensuring that every project meets our rigorous standards of excellence. Your analytical skills will shine as you employ relevant statistical methods and mapping software to interpret data, helping clients and regulatory bodies understand the environmental impacts of various developments and activities in the coastal and marine environment. Your responsibilities will include maintaining the highest quality of work, conducting appraisals, and ensuring that all activities align with our QHSSE policies. If you are driven by a passion for marine science and a commitment to environmental stewardship, this could be your next great adventure!

For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.,

• BSc or MSc in Marine Science or Environmental Science or relevant equivalent.
• It is essential you have experience of writing and quality control of interpretive reports.
• Experience of intertidal/nearshore/offshore environmental survey techniques.
• Experience of marine macrofauna identification and/or physical and chemical analysis.
• Experience of statistical analysis.
• Good Microsoft Office and GIS capabilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to work to deadlines., So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude.
  
  Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro's global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips.
Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we're always looking for new talent to take the next step with us.

Because to be the world's leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.
• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
• A comprehensive training package that includes reporting techniques and software training (e.g.
PRIMER, R, GIS).
• Benefits for this role include a competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
• Discounts portal.
• Competitive offshore day rate allowance for time spent on survey.
• Additional benefits include flexible hybrid working (home/office).
• Option to lease an electric car.
• 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.
Our view on diversity, equity, and inclusion At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro's purpose 'together create a safe and liveable world' - and to each other.