News and information on integrated activities at Southampton taking place through the partnership between NOC and the University of Southampton can be viewed at http://noc.ac.uk.
News and information on integrated activities at Southampton taking place through the partnership between NOC and the University of Southampton can be viewed at http://noc.ac.uk.
The National Oceanography Centre, part of the Natural Environment Research Council,
is a national research organisation, delivering integrated marine science and technology
from the coast to the deep ocean and is one of the top five institutions of its kind in the world.
With sites in Liverpool and Southampton, it is the UK’s leading centre for sea level science,
coastal and deep ocean research and technology development.
Working closely with its partners and associates it provides capability to meet the needs across the UK marine science community.
Title: Ocean Engineering Technician – Sensors & Moorings Group
Location: National Marine Facilites Sea Systems, National Oceanography Centre, Southampton
Description: A vacancy has arisen for an Ocean Engineering Technician within National Marine Facilities Sea Systems Division at the National Oceanography Centre, Southampton.
The successful candidate will work as part of a team within the Sensors and Moorings Group supporting the NERC Marine Facilities Programme (MFP) through provision of safe, efficient and effective functioning of NMF-SS marine science equipment and support infrastructure, both ashore and at sea. This support will include complex marine instruments, equipment and systems.
Shore duties will include the repair, maintenance and calibration of marine scientific equipment, systems and facilities to meet the requirements of the cruise programme and participation in cruise planning to identify solutions to scientific and engineering needs. Whilst at sea you will participate as a member of the onboard technical support team with responsibility for the operation and maintenance of NMF equipment as required.
You will have a recognised qualification in one of the following; electronic, electrical or mechanical engineering or an oceanography qualification with knowledge of instrumentation. Alternatively the ability to demonstrate a substantial knowledge and experience of oceanographic instrumentation through employment and training is adequate. You will ideally have practical experience in supporting oceanographic instrumentation in a technical capacity. An interest in, and experience of, working on boats is desirable as is an interest in supporting world class oceanography. You must be prepared to travel worldwide.
For general queries regarding this post, please contact Paul Provost (e-mail: pgp@noc.ac.uk )
This is a permanent position on NERC terms and conditions and the salary is in the range of £19,540 to £23,150 per annum. The availability for sea time of approximately 90 days per year is required for this role, which attracts a daily allowance. Additional allowances may be available to exceptional candidates.
NERC provide benefits that include a RCUK pension scheme and generous leave scheme offering up to 30 days leave and a further 10.5 Public/privilege days. Opportunities for further training and development are supported.
For further information and to complete an online application, please visit the Research Council's Shared Service Centre SSC iRecruitment site or alternatively telephone: 00 44 (0) 1793 867 003 or email: RCUKJobs@ssc.rcuk.ac.uk for an application form.
The closing date for this position is 25 May 2012. Please quote reference number IRC53224 on all correspondence.
You are advised that the National Oceanography Centre is currently unavailable to consider applications from candidates who would require a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK.
Title: Seaman 1A
Location: National Marine Facilities – Sea Systems, National Oceanography Centre
Description: A vacancy has arisen in National Marine Facilities – Sea Systems who are responsible for the operation and management of two NERC owned vessels in providing wider support in the co-ordination and management of the NERC Marine Facility Science programme. Scientific Research Vessels provide the scientific platform to support the UK’s world-wide oceanographic research programme.
For this position it is essential that you have the following certificates: AB Certificate of Competency, Navigational Watch Rating Certificate, ENG1 (medical), STCW95 Personal Survival Techniques, Elementary First Aid, Fire fighting and prevention.
This is a permanent marine position offered on a salary scale in the range of £22,193 to £24,523per annum on NERC Marine terms and conditions with 14 days leave accrued per month and tours of duty normally two months or two scientific cruises in length.
For further information and to complete an online application, please visit the Research Council's Shared Service Centre SSC recruitment site http://www.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk/ jobs or alternatively contact SSC Ltd, telephone: 00 44 (0) 1793 867 003 or email: RCUKJobs@ssc.rcuk.ac.uk
The closing date for completed application forms is 08th June 2012. Please quote reference number IRC55705 on all correspondence.
You are advised that the National Oceanography Centre is currently unavailable to consider applications from candidates who would require a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK.
Title: Director of the International CLIVAR Project Office (ICPO) - Secondment opportunity
Location: National Oceanography Centre, Southampton
Description: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a secondment with the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP) and the UK’s National Oceanography Centre (NOC) for the position of Director of the International CLIVAR Project Office (ICPO), located at NOC Southampton headquarters. The secondment period will be until 31 March 2014.
The Climate Variability and Predictability (CLIVAR) project is one of four core projects of the WCRP. CLIVAR coordinates and facilitates national and international activities that contribute to our understanding and prediction of climate variability and change on seasonal, decadal and centennial timescales.
You will take a leading role in the implementation and coordination of CLIVAR activities under the general guidance of the CLIVAR Scientific Steering Group. Having lead responsibility for CLIVAR, you will direct the implementation of the plans and activities of each of the project elements of CLIVAR in support of the overall mission and strategy of WCRP.
You will maintain active links between CLIVAR and the wider science community that requires inspiring and organizing scientific meetings, workshops and conferences to ensure the timely flow of information on CLIVAR. You will have direct management of the Project Office staff, budgets, and operations. You will also undertake work in maintaining and developing its funding base.
The role would be an excellent opportunity for those wanting to increase their knowledge of the working in climate-science and develop a career in senior management.
You will have a PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant field. A proven ability in science management including obtaining external funding is essential. You should have demonstrated the ability to organize, manage and coordinate interdisciplinary and international science activities and initiate and sustain international cooperation.
This post will be funded by the Natural Environment Research Council and graded to a NERC Band 3 with a salary range of £47,630 to £60,420 per annum. An agreement would be entered with the successful applicant’s current employer concerning specific terms for the secondment.
Alternative locations may be considered for the Director but there would need to be frequent travel to Southampton to be part of the team. The role will include periods of travel both within the UK and internationally.
Further details concerning the role can be found in the attached further particulars, for an informal discussion, please contact Sarah Buckley on 00 44 (0) 2380 59 6134.
You can apply by sending a CV and a cover letter (including salary information and indication of your availability) by emailing askhr@noc.ac.uk or alternatively by post to: HR Department, National Oceanography Centre, Waterfront Campus, European Way, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3ZH.
Closing date: 14 June 2012
Further information on CLIVAR can be found at http://www.clivar.org/
Title: Electro Technical Officer
Location: National Marine Facilities Sea Systems Division, National Oceanography Centre
Description: A vacancy has arisen for an Electro Technical Officer within the National Marine Facilities – Sea Systems (NMF-SS). NMF-SS Scientific Research Vessels provide the scientific platform to support the UK’s world-wide oceanographic research programme. The National Marine Facilities Sea Systems (NMFSS) Division is responsible for the operation and management of two NERC owned vessels in providing wider support in the co-ordination and management of the NERC Marine Facility Science programme. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a move away from mainstream seagoing and to make a real contribution to understanding our planet.
It is essential that applicants have the following certificates: STCW95 Personal Survival Techniques; Medical First Aid Certificate; Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention, ENG 1 Medical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats. In addition the following certificates would be desirable for this particular role: GMDSS Maintenance Certificate, Radar Maintenance Certificate and Electronic Navigation Equipment Maintenance Certificate. You must also have previous seagoing experience.
This is a permanent position and the salary is on a marine scale in the range of £36,979 to £45,855 per annum. Tours of duty are normally in the order of 2 to 3 months. Benefits include RCUK pension scheme and 25 days leave is accrued per month served.
For further information and to complete an online application, please visit the Research Council's Shared Service Centre SSC recruitment site http://www.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk/ jobs or alternatively contact SSC Ltd, telephone: 00 44 (0) 1793 867 003 or email: RCUKJobs@ssc.rcuk.ac.uk
The closing date for completed application forms is 15th June 2012. Please quote reference number IRC55725 on all correspondence.
You are advised that the National Oceanography Centre is currently unavailable to consider applications from candidates who would require a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK.
