Survey Technical Lead

Ocean Infinity · Southampton, England

This is a live UK-based role at Ocean Infinity, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 22 September 2026. Listed as open until 22 October 2026.

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We are using and creating technology to transform operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive. We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era. We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea. We employ people who share our core values. We expect our people to be courageous, trustworthy, and conscientious, driven by a desire to do the right thing. We strive for excellence, work collaboratively, and are genuinely excited by our work. We offer opportunities for our people to develop beyond their role and span a multitude of disciplines. These are open to all, regardless of background and experience level. Working with us means being part of a team that is harnessing technology and creativity to disrupt a traditional industry. We are not your average workplace. The Survey Technical Lead is responsible for leading a team of Survey Technicians responsible for the preparation, installation, integration, testing, and handover of survey systems, sensors, and associated payload interfaces across Ocean Infinity vessels, remote operations environments, and project mobilisation activities. The role provides hands-on technical leadership to ensure survey systems are correctly configured, safely installed, verified against approved requirements, and released ready for reliable survey acquisition. Accountabilities Accountable for technical readiness of survey systems, sensors, interfaces, cabling, software, spares, and installation arrangements before mobilisation or project start-up. Lead survey mobilisation execution, including equipment preparation, bench testing, calibration checks, installation sequencing, configuration control, and readiness verification. Provide technical direction to survey technicians, offshore engineers, installation teams, and mobilisation support personnel during preparation, installation, testing, fault-finding, and handover. Maintain control of technical records, including equipment registers, interface drawings, calibration certificates, test evidence, configuration records, and mobilisation close-out packs. Identify technical risks, installation constraints, equipment deficiencies, and configuration gaps early, escalating issues with recommendations and recovery actions. Drive standardisation and technical excellence in survey mobilisation and installation practices across projects, vessels, and operational locations. Key Responsibilities Project Preparation Develop and control the technical mobilisation plan, ensuring equipment, interfaces, documentation, personnel, and test requirements are aligned before installation or vessel deployment. Review project requirements, survey scopes, technical desi…

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