Metocean Data Analyst

Partrac
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Partrac are one of Europe’s leading metocean providers for the renewables and other coastal and offshore industries. We are particularly well known for delivering high quality metocean monitoring campaigns to the growing offshore wind industry across Europe, including the floating wind sector which is developing rapidly.

We are growing fast and need specialists to join our team, in order to help our clients plan and execute successful projects offshore.

Currently, we have an exciting opportunity for a Metocean Data Analyst to join our expanding team, based in the heart of the southwest of the UK.

We have a culture of continual improvement, teamwork and openness. For candidates with the right aptitude there are opportunities to be involved in a range of exciting projects, to obtain training and to grow with the company.

At Partrac we’re proud to be a formative member company in game-changing offshore wind services business Venterra Group.


About you

- Degree in oceanography, marine science, data science, physics, mathematics or engineering (or equivalent)
- Experience in oceanographic data processing (principally from current doppler profilers, marine sensors and wave buoys)
- MATLAB user & script writer (including debugging).
- Advanced user of MS Excel.
- Experienced in applying data QC protocols.
- Experienced in writing succinct, accurate data reports.
- Excellent proof-reading skills.
- Ability to work to deadlines and to work on multiple projects.
- Systematic and methodical approach with a fine attention to detail.
- Ability to present data and communicate results effectively and clearly.
- A highly motivated, technical team-player who is methodical, organised and logical.

We would prefer you to base yourself at our Devon office and you may find this easier if you have a driving licence (not necessary for the job).


The Role

The Data Analyst is responsible for the final deliverables (data and reporting) across all measurement projects. In this role you will complete metocean data processing, report writing and quality control of measurement project outputs.

Data Processing & Analysis:
• Understand the technical outputs of all meteorological and oceanographic equipment in the Partrac equipment pool.
• Utilise MATLAB data processing scripts and additional toolboxes.
• Scrutinise data for error, outliers and potential equipment issues.
• Coordinate with the team to process and analyse meteorological and oceanographic data.

Reporting:
• Write scientifically robust technical reports.
• Deliver work to required standards and meet client deadlines.
• Format, check and review of technical reports.

Business Systems:
• Provide input into Continuous Improvement Groups.
• Recording of non-compliance and incident reports.


Why Partrac?

Working at Partrac means you are trusted to use your initiative. We will give you the freedom to follow your ideas and to make an impact.

You will find yourself in a culture that champions continual improvement, openness, and teamwork. If you are on the lookout for new, better ways to do things and want to be supported by a talented team of peers, you will fit right in here.

Our company is growing quickly, so there are plenty of opportunities for progression. As we are a market-leading team and well respected in our industry, working with us will be an excellent career move.

Working in a market leading team with a high level of industry recognition.
• Interesting and varied projects that make a difference.
• A resilient, dynamic working environment.
• Regular training and professional development.
• A friendly, supportive team environment.
• Generous holiday allowances.
• Flexible working options.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Medical Insurance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme.

Work-life balance is important at Partrac, and we all enjoy making the most of our enviable location in the southwest of the UK, within striking distance of Dartmoor, numerous beaches, and rugged coastlines. To this end we are a flexible employer and offer hybrid working opportunities.

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