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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Oceanographer - Instrumentation

Equipment Field ServicePosted on Nov 5
Full-timeSantos - State of São Paulo, BrazilNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Intermediate English reading and writing, including the ability to read scientific papers in English.
  • Intermediate computer skills, including proficiency with company systems and configurations.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, charts, data organization, and Power Query.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Word skills, including formatting, cross-references, and indexes.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Outlook skills, including sending emails, managing a calendar, categorizing emails, and creating rules.
  • Advanced technical knowledge of maintaining meteorological and oceanographic equipment.
  • Basic electronics knowledge.
  • Advanced technical knowledge of configuring meteorological and oceanographic equipment and data loggers.
  • Advanced programming knowledge.
  • A valid category B driver's license.
  • Knowledge of validating and preparing documents.
  • Ability to write technical communications clearly, including via WhatsApp and email.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute oceanographic and meteorological instrumentation activities, focusing on performance, quality, and innovation.
  • Manage projects technically and control equipment maintenance, calibration, installation, and development of technical solutions.
  • Act as a technical reference for projects and field operations, supporting team members and other company departments and improving internal and external processes.
  • Attend technical visits from suppliers at the company.
  • Visit clients and perform commissioning when necessary.
  • Hold alignment meetings with the coordination team to assess and follow up on company projects.
  • Hold planning meetings with Operations Leadership.
  • Prepare and propose improvements to company operating procedures.
  • Participate in events and conferences when of interest to the company.
  • Contact equipment manufacturers to improve the measurement performance of operational systems.
  • Prepare and review technical reports.
  • Assist the team and other departments with technical questions about equipment.
  • Identify opportunities to develop new solutions.
  • Develop progressively in the role's activities.
  • Drive rented or company-owned vehicles when necessary.
  • Create and deliver equipment-related training.
  • Plan and supervise maintenance and calibration activities for oceanographic and meteorological instruments.
  • Propose improvements and updates to operating procedures.
  • Conduct advanced technical analyses of collected data and propose performance improvements.
  • Provide technical support to the team and clients regarding sensor specifications, limitations, and operation.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers on technology updates and resolving nonconformities.
  • Prepare technical reports and equipment operation and performance reports.
  • Conduct internal training and onboarding for new team members.
  • Participate in field commissioning, validation, and systems integration.
  • Represent the company at events, technical fairs, and scientific meetings when applicable.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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