Now Hiring – Field Operations & Equipment Coordinator

Marine & Environmental Research (MER) Lab is recruiting a Field Operations & Equipment Coordinator to keep our boats, dive teams, and scientific instruments mission‑ready across the Eastern Mediterranean. Based in Limassol, this hands‑on role supports safe, efficient days at sea and smooth turn‑around between campaigns.

Why MER Lab

For over 15 years, MER Lab has delivered cutting‑edge research and flexible consulting in marine ecology, aquaculture, and fisheries, building a reputation for excellence, reliability, and a supportive, inclusive work environment.

The Role

You will plan and run field operations and maintain MER’s operational assets—boats, trailers, dive gear, and scientific instruments (e.g., sonars/sondes)—as well as manage field IT and data handover. You’ll work closely with scientists and project managers to ensure people, vessels, and equipment are in the right place, in the right condition, at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

• Field planning & logistics: day‑at‑sea schedules, personnel, vessels/vehicles, permits, fuel/spares, consumables, and inventory/service records.

• Vessel & diving operations: launch/recovery, trailer towing, small‑craft handling; diving coordination (plans, equipment readiness, cylinder filling, dive logs); safety & emergency procedures.

• Equipment & facilities: maintenance and troubleshooting of outboards, trailers, winches, deck gear; care of GPS/sonars/sondes/cameras/data loggers; workshop & storage organization.

• Data & IT: preparation of field laptops, GNSS units, action cameras, and media; backups and clean data handover; short operational notes, photo logs, and simple map outputs (e.g., QGIS). 

Essential Qualifications

• Advanced Open Water (PADI/SSI/CMAS** or equivalent or strong free diver) and recent diving experience; able to organise and maintain dive equipment.

• Demonstrated experience with small‑craft handling and trailer towing/launch & recovery; confident working on deck and in nearshore conditions.

• Practical maintenance skills (small engines, basic electrics/rigging) and a methodical approach to preventative maintenance.

• IT literacy (Office/Google tools); competent with device setup and file management in the field.

• Strong time management, clear briefings, and team mindset.

• Fluency in Greek or English; Driver’s licence; willingness to work irregular hours as sea conditions dictate; good physical fitness. 

Nice to Have

• Rescue Diver / Emergency Oxygen Provider (O2).

• Boat‑handling/skipper certifications (e.g., small‑vessel operator) and trailer‑towing endorsements.

• Experience with sonars/CTDs/multiparameter sondes, ROVs/drones, acoustic/video survey setups; outboard servicing.

• BSc/MSc in Marine Biology, Oceanography, Marine Engineering/Technology, or related (beneficial but not required).

• Basic GIS (QGIS) or data housekeeping. 2025

What We Offer

• Salary: €1,200–€2,000 gross, depending on experience, with potential performance‑based benefits/bonuses.

• Start: December 2025 (flexible).

How to Apply

Email your CV, a short cover letter, and relevant certifications (diving, boat handling, first aid) to info@merresearch.com with the subject line: FieldOperations_November2025_[Your Full Name].
Previous applicants who are interested are welcome to reapply. Questions? Call +357 99527679.

Read the Call Announcement / Πληροφορίες Θέσης (Greek)

Application deadline: Friday, 7 November 2025.