Partrac Ltd is an oceanographic and marine geoscience consultancy based in Glasgow, Scotland. We work in a broad range of markets, including marine renewables, utilities, the dredging industry, ports and harbours and coastal management. We are a dynamic, client-focused organisation with a reputation for delivering high-quality data acquisition and consultancy for challenging projects.

To support and take forward our oceanographic team within the coastal and offshore sectors, we require a physical Oceanographer with 5-10 years experience to implement and manage our growing number of marine projects. The successful candidate will have gained experience in an offshore environment and have applied the skills gained to oceanographic projects in coastal and estuarine zones. Evidence of management of multiple projects and project teams is essential, with a healthy 'hands-on' attitude.

The responsibilities include client liaison, assistance with tenders and technical presentations, project management, planning and survey logistics, oceanographic survey, problem solving, data analysis, interpretation and report writing.

Experience/skills:

• A strong practical background in physical oceanography and a high-level understanding of coastal processes.
• High level experience with sub-surface and surface mooring installations and servicing.
• Proven experience in programming and deployment of oceanographic instrument systems - specifically ADCPs, AWACs, current meters, CTD instrumentation, water quality sensors, acoustic releases and wave-rider buoys.
• Experience of vessel-mounted ADCP, dye tracing surveys and general hydrographic survey experience.
• Ability to produce high quality written reports including discussions of technical methods and critical analysis of data.
• Experience of safe vessel operations.
• Commercially focused project management.
• Competent user of MS Office and data analysis software (e.g. Matlab, Surfer).
• A strong commitment to Health and Safety.
• Experience of working diligently within a Quality and Environmental Management System.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with other staff and third parties.
• The ability and motivation to grow the oceanographic division of Partrac.

Qualifications include a minimum of MSc in oceanography, engineering, or physical sciences plus 5-10 years of proven experience in physical oceanographic related projects. Offshore and medical certificates are an advantage.

This unique position commands a competitive basic salary, offshore allowance and an annual performance related bonus. The post will be based in Partrac's Glasgow office.

Please send your CV together with a short statement on how you can assist Partrac to grow, to Judy McKay (jmckay@partrac.com).

Closing date Wednesday 3^rd June 2009.