Navigational Surveyor

We are seeking a highly capable Navigational Surveyor with a strong engineering and scientific background to join the team based in Oxford. This role would particularly suit candidates with an operational maritime background, such as an ex-Royal Navy navigator or a professional with equivalent technical navigation experience. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting navigation risk assessments, maritime simulations, and technical consultancy projects, applying both analytical and practical expertise to real-world engineering and environmental challenges. You will be responsible for conducting navigation and maritime risk assessments, contributing to vessel manoeuvring studies, analysing navigational and operational data, and producing high-quality technical reports while working closely with multidisciplinary teams. Required Qualifications and Experience: A degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline. 5–10 years of relevant maritime or navigational experience, ideally including operational shipboard or marine consultancy work. Strong understanding of marine operations, navigational systems, and data interpretation. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and written communication skills. Comfortable engaging with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams. Ability to work from the Oxford office as required (typically 2–3 days per week, or full-time on occasion). Professional membership of a relevant body (e.g., Institution of Civil Engineers), ideally Chartered or working towards Chartered status. Former Royal Navy navigation or marine operations background. Previous experience within a consultancy environment. Familiarity with maritime simulation systems, marine risk assessment, or hydrodynamic modelling. This Oxford-based hybrid role offers a competitive package including. an excellent pension scheme (up to 20% combined contribution) private healthcare options opportunities for professional growth within a respected, research-led organisation If you’re ready to apply your maritime expertise to innovative, research-driven projects that make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr