Senior Geotechnical Field Engineer

Job Summary:

A Senior Geotechnical Engineering (Field) is regarded as someone who is fully conversant in all geotechnical aspects of marine survey operations.

They can successfully manage the survey engineering team during operations and will report directly to the Party Chief.

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Field) is expected to coach and assess members of the Survey Team in line with the Competence Management Programme.

The Geotechnical Engineer (Field) is ultimately responsible for ensuring that all geotechnical aspects of field works are performed correctly and that all acquired data is fit for purpose. Duties may include data acquisition, data interpretation and engineering.

Entry Level Specifications:

• Satisfactory completion of the competence criteria for Geotechnical EngineerGrade I and be working towards Senior Geotechnical Engineer grade
• Nominally 150 days operational experience and 8 mobilisations as a Geotechnical Engineer Grade I
• Valid and current offshore medical certificate that is acceptable in the region of the world in which they are employed
• Valid and current offshore survival certificate that is acceptable in the region of the world in which they are employed

The following competencies will be assessed through performance criteria:

Competencies	Performance Criteria	Underpinning Knowledge Questions
1) Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of geotechnical theory and the ability to perform engineering calculations
2) Demonstrate the ability to use proprietary engineering software
3) Demonstrate the ability to schedule advanced onshore laboratory testing
4) Demonstrate the ability to produce pre-mob, field, final and engineering reports
5) Demonstrate the ability to advise on or to amend scope of work or operations to ensure best quality data is gleaned
6) Demonstrate an understanding of the QHSE System
7) Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the use of geotechnical software and processing software
Supporting Documentation:
Assessment Plan
Assessment Feedback Form
Assessor Sign off Form
Record of Witnesses Form
Witness Statement
Candidate Statement
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