Planning, project management, consultancy, survey
and analysis in coastal and offshore sectors

 

CAREERS

We currently have 4 vacancies:

Assistant Environmental Scientist
Salary: £11,000 – 15,000 pa (+ bonus and excellent benefits)
Hours: 37.5 per week

EMU Ltd provides environmental laboratory testing, survey and consultancy services throughout the UK and overseas and is a specialist provider of microbiological testing of recreational waters. EMU is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated scientist to join the Microbiology team based at the Hayling Island Marine Laboratory.

Sampling duties will include routine microbiological testing of swimming pools and recreational waters in accordance with the BSI PAS39:2003 Code of Practice and EMU UKAS accredited procedures. Your role will include carrying out sampling and on site chemical testing scheduling, co-ordination of sampling and liaison with clients on site. You will also carry out other water quality fieldwork work, including coastal waters, rivers and wastewater sampling. Duties will also include carrying out laboratory microbiological analysis of environmental samples in accordance with EMU UKAS accredited procedures.

The role will require flexibility in working hours, excellent organisation, time management and record keeping skills and candidates should enjoy driving and have demonstrated experience in dealing with clients. Candidates will be expected to participate in a weekend rota and will be required to hold a full UK Driving Licence.

A scientific background and previous experience of microbiology testing or swimming pool water quality management would be advantageous, but is not essential, as full training will be provided. A competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered, commensurate on experience, with opportunities to progress a career in microbiology/environmental science. Please e-mail your CV to christina.boobyer@emulimited.com with a copy to info@handoverhr.co.uk. The deadline for applications is Friday 27th June 2008.

 

GIS Consultant

A vacancy exists within Emu Ltd for a GIS Consultant to join our Geospatial Data Team. The position would be full-time and based at our Head Office in Durley, Hampshire. Salary will be dependant on experience.

The candidate should have a degree/Masters (or equivalent) in an environmental or GIS discipline and relevant commercial experience in a GIS-related field. They should be capable of working independently as well as part of a team and be meticulous in their approach to work.

Duties shall include, but not be limited to; data presentation, drawing production, spatial data management, data analysis and project management.

Primarily we are looking for someone with:

  • a complete understanding of GIS and its applications
  • advanced knowledge of the ArcGIS Desktop Suite
  • proven project management skills
  • a good understanding of the environment, preferably with some experience within the marine sciences
  • an excellent eye for detail, essential for quality control procedures
  • excellent personal organisation and time management skills
  • the ability to be flexible and proactive in their approach to work
  • a high level of proficiency with the Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word, Access and Excel.

Additional experience with the following is desirable but not essential:

  • Database design/experience
  • Additional software experience; AutoCAD, MapInfo, Surfer, VB, Python or Java programming languages

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced individual who wants to develop their career in an interesting and dynamic environment.

To Apply: Please apply in writing by sending a CV and covering letter to emu@handoverhr.co.uk or by post to Emu Limited HR Department, Chase Mill, Winchester Road, Bishops Waltham, HANTS. SO32 1AH

Closing Date: 25th June 2008

BENTHIC TAXONOMIST

Emu are currently looking for a Benthic Taxonomist to join Emu’s long established busy benthic faunal identification laboratory. The Emu benthic team specialise in the processing of samples and the identification of infaunal and epifaunal communities in estuarine and marine waters around the UK and overseas. The Emu labs have been full participants in the National Marine Biological Analytical Quality Control (NMBAQC) scheme for over 15 years and have always maintained very high standards in taxonomic ability.

The successful candidate should have at least a degree level in marine biology or related discipline, or alternatively, have achieved their taxonomic experience through working within this field. The candidate should ideally have at least 2 years experience in the identification of marine invertebrates from UK waters. Extra experience in overseas marine invertebrate identification is desirable.

The role will include sample processing, faunal identification, data entry and possibly staff training. The post will primarily be laboratory based, however, there are opportunities for fieldwork in support of Emu’s ecological survey team.

Salary is negotiable on the basis of experience. We also offer a range of benefits including a contributory pension, discretionary profit related bonus, 20 days holiday rising to 25, a sick pay scheme and a flexible hours working policy.

To apply: Please apply in writing with a covering letter summarizing your experience and interest in the position, together with a CV, to the following e-mail or postal address. E-mail applications are preferred.

For further information or to apply please e-mail and mark it for the attention of Dr Dawn Powell (dawn.powell@emulimited.com).

 

Geophysicist

Your primary responsibilities will be:

  • Providing expertise on geophysics and hydrography for a diverse range of projects and clients
  • Advising colleagues and clients on survey requirements, and developing scopes of work and technical specifications
  • Assisting with site surveys – mobilisation and data acquisition through to completion
  • Ggeophysical data processing, evaluation and interpretation, and reporting

In addition, you will be assist with developing the Group, including identifying new opportunities, Company representation and the preparation of tender documents.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced geophysicist to progress their career in a leading organisation. EMU Ltd’s Hydro Group supports clients across the sectors of oil and gas, marine renewables, aggregates, civil engineering and coastal management. The Hydro Group is growing and EMU Ltd has just added a 24m survey vessel to its fleet.

Candidates should be qualified to degree level and beyond in a relevant subject and have practical experience of coastal and marine surveys.

The position is based at our Head Office in Durley, Hampshire

Please apply for this position by email and including your CV to Richard Cooke (richard.cooke@emulimited.com).

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