Subsea Cable Risk and GIS Lead

Hydrofix Limited; Tattenhall; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized geoscience consultancy in Tattenhall is hiring a Subsea Cable Risk and GIS Lead to drive their subsea cable risk discipline and develop GIS applications. The role offers technical leadership and is aimed at professionals seeking to make an impact in offshore energy projects. Ideal candidates will possess relevant experience in geoscience and GIS with strong leadership skills. This full-time position includes flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Pension & life assurance

Professional membership

Regular training and development

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of geoscience data in marine environments.
• Experience in subsea cable and offshore energy sectors.
• Desire for continued professional development, ideally chartered.

Responsibilities

• Lead subsea cable risk discipline and GIS capabilities.
• Develop GIS applications for various projects.
• Ensure technical quality and client communication.

Skills

Geoscience

GIS Software

Client Relationship Management

Education

Geoscience or Geography degree

GIS/geomatics degree

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Global Mapper

QGIS

SQL databases

Job description

Hydrofix, part of RSK Group, is hiring for a Subsea Cable Risk and GIS Lead. Hydrofix is a UK‑based offshore geoscience consultancy supporting renewable energy, telecommunications, and power projects worldwide. Located in Tattenhall, Cheshire, our expert team delivers full project lifecycle support from feasibility to construction.

We are seeking an individual to lead our subsea cable risk practice and the overall GIS discipline, primarily focusing on telecommunications, HVDC/HVAC interconnectors and offshore wind. This key leadership role provides an opportunity for an individual to make a meaningful impact on the energy transition. The incumbent will work closely within multidisciplinary teams to plan, engineer and construct offshore transmission and wind infrastructure for leading developers and TSOs.

The ideal candidate is an experienced professional capable of excelling at a Principal level, with potential to progress to Associate Director. The position is full‑time with flexible working arrangements, based out of our network of RSK offices, with time spent at the Hydrofix Cheshire location to drive collaboration and technical development.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical leadership and development of our subsea cable risk discipline offering
• Technical leadership, development and ownership of our GIS capabilities
• GIS and WebGIS application development for subsea cable, survey management and ground modelling projects
• GIS support and development for wider RSK marine initiatives in fisheries, EIA and blue carbon
• Authoring, reviewing and approving subsea cable planning, routing and cable burial risk assessments
• Producing thought leadership, white papers and technical papers for peer review
• Technical document reviews
• Technical data QC analysis, gap analysis and presentation
• Attending client meetings
• Attending industry and sector‑specific exhibitions and conferences

Person Specification

• A combination of geoscience, geography, GIS/geomatics undergraduate and higher degrees
• Strong understanding of geoscience data in the marine environment
• Demonstrable track record and experience in the subsea cable and broader offshore energy sector
• A strong desire for continued professional development and either chartered status or in the process of achieving it
• Able to develop and advocate for novel technical developments
• Customer‑facing, with excellent relationship‑management skills
• Expertise in a broad range of GIS software, including ArcGIS Pro, Global Mapper, QGIS
• Experience in management and analysis of large data in GIS, including the use of SQL databases
• Right to work in the UK and preferably also the EU

Salary & Benefits

• Commensurate with experience
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension & life assurance
• Membership to a professional body
• Regular training and development
• Access to a range of discounts and benefits platform with RSK Group
• Full job specification attached under documents for more information on the role and desirable capabilities

HydroFix is a specialist, UK‑based geoscience consultancy supporting renewable developers and contractors working on complex and environmentally sensitive sites throughout North‑West Europe. As a marine geoscience consultancy, we are also active in the offshore wind energy and telecommunications sectors.

We have been based in Cheshire since 2015; our team collectively has more than 100 years of combined experience in offshore site investigation, seabed preparation and construction consultancy support throughout a project’s life cycle. Clients include SSE, Ørsted, RWE, Marubeni Corporation, Sumitomo Corporation, Global Marine Group, Enshore Subsea and James Fisher Renewables.

HydroFix is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

We operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable and sustainable future for all.