Hydrographic Surveyor Graduate

Overview

Job Title: Hydrographic Surveyor Graduate
Location: Port of Grangemouth (Forth Ports Ltd, Carron House, Dock Road)

Location: Port of Grangemouth

Compensation: £32,000

Start Date: August 2026

FIND YOUR FUTURE AT FORTH PORTS

At Forth Ports, we keep trade, logistics, and infrastructure moving. Our emerging talent roles are central to this mission, developing the skills that power our economy and connect communities across the country. Joining our Graduate Programme means gaining valuable experience in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment, while developing the capabilities that will support long-term career growth. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—helping businesses thrive, supporting the smooth operation of our ports, and contributing to projects that shape the UK’s infrastructure and renewable energy future.

With our commitment to reach carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero by 2042, we’re investing heavily in sustainable and digital technologies, including major growth in offshore wind and greener port operations. For you, this means joining a business that’s evolving, ambitious, and making a real difference.

At Forth Ports, our people are at the heart of everything we do and we are proud of our Gold accredited membership of The 5% Club, a milestone recognising our long-term commitment to developing emerging talent across the business. As we continue to invest in high-quality development opportunities, whether you’re starting your career, changing direction, or returning after time away, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re offering individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and progress their careers through our 2026 Graduate Programme. Throughout this two-year programme, you’ll take part in structured training and development designed to accelerate your growth, supported by dedicated mentors and clear progression pathways. You’ll have the chance to work toward relevant professional qualifications, gain hands-on experience on impactful projects, and build specialist knowledge in your chosen area.

As part of the 2026 graduate cohort, you’ll learn alongside peers, connect with leaders from across Forth Ports and develop the capabilities you need for a successful long term career with us.

We will hold our assessment day for this role on Wednesday 1st April at the Port of Grangemouth, where you will have the chance to meet some of the team and find out more about the role and the Graduate Programme. We will be in touch before then to let you know if you have been selected to attend.

As a Graduate within the Marine team, you will gain hands-on technical, practical, and commercial experience across the Conservancy function. The role focuses on supporting hydrographic surveys on the Rivers Forth and Tay, which are essential to safe navigation, dredging operations, and the maintenance of navigation aids across the ports. You will work closely with experienced marine professionals, take part in a rolling survey programme, and gain exposure to dredging campaigns, survey operations, and marine asset maintenance, all while developing a strong understanding of safety, teamwork, and effective communication.

• Gain practical experience in hydrographic surveying across multiple ports
• Learn how survey data supports dredging operations and safe navigation
• Develop hands-on skills using hydrographic survey equipment aboard the survey vessel
• Build knowledge of dredging operations, including planning and coordination with external contractors
• Learn about the operation and maintenance of Aids to Navigation and their role in marine safety
• Assist with tide gauge and weather station maintenance, calibration, and data archiving
• Support vessel and equipment maintenance programmes
• Develop an understanding of the technical, commercial, and regulatory aspects of the Conservancy and Marine functions
• Learn the importance of safety culture and compliance with HSE and MCA requirements
• Progress towards deputising for the Hydrographic Surveyor as your experience grows

• Structured learning and development pathway linked to your personal and professional growth,…