DOF is a world-class offshore construction support, survey and IRM contractor. DOF Subsea is a leading provider of subsea services offering the world’s offshore energy producers integrated offshore services from a single company around the world. With world class Subsea services (Remote Operated Vehicles and Survey), Marine services with a fleet of offshore construction vessels, and renewable services including floating offshore wind, the group combines expertise and technology to deliver integrated solutions. DOF Canada is currently seeking a detailed oriented and client focused individual for the position of Survey Party Chief. A key to success for this position is the ability to collaborate with offshore and onshore personnel. The Party Chief will report to the Project Manager. If you are looking for a dynamic environment to learn and grow your career, DOF Canada is a great opportunity! We are looking to expand our survey team to support ongoing long-term multi year international and local projects. Expected 4 to 6 week rotation.

Key Responsibilities

Supervising checking and testing of survey equipment and software prior to project

Coordinating and managing the mobilisation of survey equipment and software on vessel

Must have a full understanding of the flow of data from the calibration at the project mobilization, through the logging and quality control of all data

Development of project procedures and assist in project preparation

Management of project work scope and adhering to the contractual aspects of the project offshore

Manage, provide guidance and supervise the Offshore survey team

Ensure the work is performed with adequate equipment and personnel

Ensure all personnel meet the company requirements for operational capability, competence, health, and safety

Communicate, on a daily basis, with the Project Manager





Liaising with client representatives and senior vessel/ROV crew

Manage subcontractor's field team

Responsible for carrying out offshore appraisals and encouraging / ensuring team development

Accountable for delegation of responsibility in accordance with company procedures, when appropriate

Must complete daily/end of project reporting

Responsible for Offshore QHSE

Implement and maintain survey standards throughout offshore operations

A full appreciation of the survey deliverables is required so that on completion of a project, all data will be backed up and submitted to the Project Manager/Onshore team in the agreed DOF Subsea formats

Liaise with the Project Manager to ensure a complete understanding of the commercial impact of all decisions made offshore

Key Qualifications and Experience

Post Secondary Education in Hydrographic Survey or Geomatics degree or similar education

At least 3 years of experience as a Senior Surveyor

Key experience in acting Party Chief or Party Chief duties

Proficiency in Microsoft Packages - Word/Excel/PowerPoint and Document Control Systems

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Excellent communicator, reader, and writer

Incident Investigation & Reporting

Leadership Communication

(Training programme can compensate for lack of experience.)

Perks
Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. DOF maintains the right to request a criminal background check as a part of the recruitment process.

DOF is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting a diverse workforce and an inclusive respectful workplace.

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Survey Party Chief (Nova Scotia)
🏢 DOF
📍 Nova Scotia