Responsibilities:

• Assist with providing mitigation advice for offshore industries;
• Logistics and freight management for offshore projects worldwide;
• Assist with proposals, tenders, and vendor databases/questionnaires;
• Quality control and supervision of databases, data collection, and report writing;
• Contribute to marketing initiatives, preparing marketing literature, social media posts, seeking new work opportunities and contacts/networking;
• Assist with management of contractors;
• Technical, financial, and contractual management to OSC & client requirements;
• Maintain strong client communication to sustain and develop long-term relationships;
• Assist in successful project delivery to meet targets and work within budget and programme scope;
• EIA, HRA, MMMP, and client report preparation;
• Assist with training and knowledge sharing; and,
• Development/improvement of company policies and maintaining ISO certification.

The successful candidate will have the following:

Required:

• At least one year’s experience in this industry;
• Legally permitted to work in UK prior to employment;
• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. marine biology, oceanography, or environmental science);
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office programmes (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams);
• Able to work on own initiative and prioritise effectively, achieving results against tight deadlines;
• Genuine interest about the business, and the industry; and,
• Commercially aware, discreet, and able to handle sensitive information.

Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience of environmental surveys (e.g. water & sediment sampling);
• Offshore fieldwork experience (e.g. MMO/PAM/Environmental Scientist);
• Prior project management and financial management experience;
• Experience working in marine sectors;
• MMO and PAM training;
• Offshore survival certifications (e.g. BOSIET & medical); and,
• Full, clean UK drivers licence.

OSC is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company offers benefits such as health insurance, remote/hybrid working, and opportunities for career progression. Personal development is encouraged, and employees may get the opportunity to be involved in company research projects and peer-reviewed papers, on paid company time.

Position title: Junior/Graduate Marine Consultant

Type: Full-time, permanent position

Salary: Competitive depending on qualifications and experience

Holiday: 32 days + birthday, incl. public holidays, increasing with service

Benefits: Health insurance & sick pay

Training: Multiple opportunities for CPD

Location: Dunbar, East Lothian, Scotland, UK (potential for remote/flexible working)

Start date: TBC