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Barnett at tel: 212-477-6700; fax: 212-254-6271; or e-mail: [email protected] be expected to be in the field (i.e. offshore on a crew vessel) where you will install and support these products. You will liaise with the client and crew members, ensuring sys- tems are operable, queries are resolved or reported and that overall a high level of satis- faction is maintained. These vessels may be based in West Africa, Gulf of Mexico, Brazil,

India, Far East etc. so there is a great oppor- tunity to travel. The Company will make all arrangements from and to your base location and the vessel.

Primary Responsibilities: Reporting to the

Support Manager, this role encompasses the following office functions: · Attend to incoming support queries relating to the use of the company's software. You will provide advice and guidance to resolve simple and complex problems. · Assist & co-ordinate testing of all software & hardware as required. · Co-ordinate & conduct client training includ- ing preparation of documentation and sys- tem set-up. · Assist with updating manuals, documenta- tion & procedures where directed by the

Support Manager · Assist with day-to-day running of the depart- ment including preparation of shipments as required. · Supervise & assist junior engineers when necessary. · Work with other team players with regard to co-ordinate the 24 support rota. · You will assist in mentoring more junior sup- port personnel.

It is expected that you will be conversant with all the technical system skills required to do the job however you will be proactive in acquiring further knowledge developing expertise accordingly.

This is a great opportunity for a dynamic self- motivated individual who has strong IT skills and who enjoys travelling. The Company recognise that you may not be familiar with their industry or software solutions and are committed to training the successful candi- dates.

Preferences: The successful candidate will have: · Degree or HND in an engineering or numer- ate subject (e.g. engineering, mathemat- ics, physics, computer science, hydro- graphic surveying or similar.) · Minimum of 5 years work experience essen- tial, preferably in the oil and gas industry. · Good general IT skills - proven experience of installing technical software on a Linux environment essential. · Proven experience of computer networks and infrastructure and the ability to resolve related problems essential. · Proven PC system administration skills essential · Proven experience of providing software application support essential. · Training experience advantageous. · Experience using Microsoft Office applica- tions essential. · A knowledge of seismic acquisition tech- niques including navigation, positioning and/or navigation data processing, highly advantageous. · Excellent communication skills (both written and spoken). Good client liaison skills, as you will be dealing with clients on a regular basis. · Must be self-motivated and able to work unsupervised. · Must be able to work for periods away from home and in an offshore environment. · You must be a team player who enjoys the interaction with clients · Service orientated. · Willingness to learn, flexibility and desire to undertake the role and succeed. · Must be willing and able to travel

Package: A remuneration package of £36K- £40K plus company benefits is on offer dependent on skills and experience. The package is made up of onshore plus offshore day rates.

Applications for this job are only accepted via www.working-smart.co.uk. To apply go to the

Web Site, Select 'Candidates' 'Review Jobs'.

Please ensure you upload a current copy of your CV and we advise you also include a

Cover Note supporting your application.

Tracy Barratt

Working Smart Ltd

PetroTech House, Francis Place

Pirbright, Surrey GU24 0JU

United Kingdom

Phone: +44(0)1483481141

Fax: +44(0)1483799738

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://www.working- smart.co.uk

OFFSHORE SYSTEM SUPPORT

ENGINEER -MT/WS/399

Job Location: United Kingdom, World Wide -

Offshore Crews (UK Office)

Job Status: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Date: ASAP

Open To: EU Citizen

Job Overview: An advanced IT solutions

Company providing leading products and services for the oil exploration and produc- tion industry are expanding and seek a

Offshore System Support Engineer.

This established company is a world leader in the supply of real time navigation and posi- tioning systems and offer an integrated family of products addressing the navigation and data management requirements of 2D, 3D and 4D seismic surveys in towed streamer and seabed operations. They have earned an international reputation for anticipating cus- tomer needs and providing tools which deliv- er dramatic efficiency improvements and operational cost savings in the highly compet- itive seismic acquisition market.

In addition, they offer oil companies and seis- mic acquisition contractors a comprehensive range of geophysical services delivered by expert personnel and backed up by an exten- sive library of software tools and sophisticat- ed web based delivery mechanisms.

You will work offshore on a seismic crew ves- sel for circa 150 days per annum for periods of approximately 1-6 weeks at a time. Your primary responsibility is to install, commis- sion and support navigation, surveying & data processing products worldwide.

You will liaise with the client and crew mem- bers, ensuring systems are operable, queries are resolved or reported and that overall a high level of satisfaction is maintained.

These vessels may be based in West Africa,

Gulf of Mexico, Brazil, India, Far East etc. so there is a great opportunity to travel. When not offshore, you will make some visits to the

Company's UK-Edinburgh for training, staff meeting and general operations. The

Company will make all arrangements from and to your base location and the vessel.

Primary Responsibilities: Reporting to the

Support Manager and the Crew Manager, this role encompasses the following offshore functions: · Installation of the Company's navigation, surveying & data processing products on a

Linux PC environment. · Test and ensure that products are fully func- tional with other devices and networks.

Sign off on their operability. · Maintain these systems whilst on the ves- sel. · Working in a consultative mode, provide operational support of installed systems to crew members, offering advice and guid- ance in their use. · Troubleshoot problems, resolve & report appropriately. · Liaise with clients and strive to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. · Work with other team players in delivering a coherent service.

This is a great opportunity for a dynamic self- motivated individual who has some experi- ence in marine seismic operations as a navi- gator/surveyor or field engineer, good IT skills and who enjoys travelling. The

Company recognise that you may not be familiar with their software solutions and are committed to training the successful candi- date.

Preferences: The successful candidate will have: · Degree or HND in an engineering or numer- ate subject (e.g. engineering, mathemat- ics, physics, computer science, hydro- graphic surveying or similar.) · Minimum of 2 years work experience in the offshore marine industry essential. · Previous experience working offshore on vessels essential. · Proven work experience in one or more of the following areas essential: seismic acqui- sition techniques including navigation, posi- tioning and/or navigation data processing, installation of pipelines, calibration, rig moves/placements, or related functions. · Some experience working with or support- ing a leading navigation or positioning soft- ware product essential (e.g. Sprint,

Spectra, Gator, Reflex, or other equivalent integrated navigation system). · Good general IT skills, some experience of installing software essential, preferably on a

Linux environment. · Some experience of providing software application support or application training essential. · Good understanding or work experience of computer networks and infrastructure essential. · Some experience of providing software application support or application training essential. · Good basis PC system administration skills essential. · Experience using Microsoft Office applica- tions essential. · Excellent communication skills (both written and spoken). · Must be self-motivated with the confidence and ability to work unsupervised in an off- shore environment. · Service orientated. · Willingness to learn, flexibility and desire to undertake the role and succeed. · Able to travel at short notice.

Package: A Day Rate Package circa £33K- £41K plus company benefits is on offer dependent on skills and experience. Potential to earn more if more than 150 days offshore.

Applications for this job are only accepted via www.working-smart.co.uk. To apply go to the

Web Site, Select 'Candidates' 'Review Jobs'.

Please ensure you upload a current copy of your CV and we advise you also include a

Cover Note supporting your application.

Tracy Barratt

Working Smart Limited

PetroTech House, Francis Place

Pirbright, Surrey GU24 0JU

United Kingdom

Phone: +44(0)1483481141

Fax: +44(0)1483799738

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://www.working- smart.co.uk

SENIOR OFFSHORE SYSTEM SUPPORT

ENGINEER -MT/WS/400

Job Location: United Kingdom, World Wide -

Offshore Crews (UK Office)

Job Status: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Date: ASAP

Open To: EU Citizen

Job Overview: An advanced IT solutions

Company providing leading products and services for the oil exploration and produc- tion industry are expanding and seek a Senior

Offshore System Support Engineer.

This established company is a world leader in the supply of real time navigation and posi- tioning systems and offer an integrated family of products addressing the navigation and data management requirements of 2D, 3D and 4D seismic surveys in towed streamer and seabed operations. They have earned an international reputation for anticipating cus- tomer needs and providing tools which deliv- er dramatic efficiency improvements and operational cost savings in the highly compet- itive seismic acquisition market.

In addition, they offer oil companies and seis- mic acquisition contractors a comprehensive range of geophysical services delivered by expert personnel and backed up by an exten- sive library of software tools and sophisticat- ed web based delivery mechanisms.

You will work offshore on a seismic crew ves- sel circa 150 days per annum for periods of approximately 1-6 weeks at a time. As a sen- ior engineer, your primary responsibility is to take charge of the installation, commissioning and support of the Company's navigation, surveying & data processing products on client vessels.

You will liaise with the client and crew mem- bers, ensuring systems are operable, queries are resolved or reported and that overall a high level of satisfaction is maintained.

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