In a world shaped by complex challenges and fast change, we at DEME dare to lead the way in dredging, offshore, infrastructure and environmental solutions. Our greatest strength lies in our people: pioneers who want to grow, explore and make a real impact.
As a Chief Surveyor, you become part of that journey. You contribute groundbreaking dredging and offshore projects worldwide, while shaping your own career path. You will have the possibility to lead a team of surveyors, organizing hydrographic and topographic measurements.
Your responsibilities
You manage and coach the survey team on board providing guidance and support
You drive continuous improvement in survey operations by optimizing productivity and efficiency
You maintain transparent and effective communication with key project stakeholders: Project Management, Client representatives, Vessel master and crew
You meticulously monitor the progress and the quality of the works by using survey equipment and software
You ensure the timely production of survey deliverables, consistently meeting the highest quality standards
You are a key member of the vessel team with Captain, Chief Engineer & OIM to ensure the project success.
Your profile
You hold a diploma related to hydrographic surveying, geophysics, geology, engineering or equivalent by experience
You have 5-10 years of relevant experience in the survey industry.
You have a strong and technical knowledge of survey operations, techniques, and software.
You have a good practical sense and ability to do the job in challenging and remote conditions.
You have good communication skills and able to take a critical view towards the works to be carried out.
You are fluent in verbal and written English. Knowledge of any other language is an asset.
You have an excellent attention to detail, quality and safety.
You have a natural ability to empower and motivate other team members, such as junior surveyors.
You are willing to work on board of one of our vessel for extended periods of time (rotational schedule of 1:1 for offshore activities or 2:1 for dredging activities).
What you can expect
One DEME, one team: You join an international, collaborative team that dares to go further together.
A career that grows with you: Shape your own path in line with our organizational needs and supported by training and on-the-job learning opportunities.
Energy to excel: Benefit from our holistic wellbeing program, from physical challenges and events to mental and practical support.
Purpose & impact: Work on projects that contribute to a safer, more sustainable and livable world.
Where Next?
Excited to explore what your future at DEME could look like?
Join our Career Day on March 28, 2026 at our headquarters in Belgium.
Meet our people, discover our projects, and experience what it truly means to work at DEME.
If there's a match, you could be offered a contract shortly afterwards and start your own DEME journey.
Sign up for our Career Day and ask yourself: Where Next?
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering, Project Management, and Quality Assurance
Industries
Civil Engineering, Services for Renewable Energy, and Environmental Services