When Amy joined Beam as an Offshore Geomatics Analyst, she was looking for a challenge that would push her skill set and open doors for career growth. Fast forward, and she’s working 12-hour shifts offshore, using advanced technology to process critical data that shapes offshore wind projects.
Life offshore: turning data into impact
“A typical day for me involves being on a vessel on a 12-hour shift rotation – I spend most of my day in the processing room working with the data that we’ve recently acquired or we’re acquiring right then and there,” Amy explains. “I use lots of different tools like EIVA and QGIS. The goal is to get a complete picture of the seabed, collaborating closely with engineers and geophysicists to transform raw data into valuable insights for our clients.”
Her role isn’t just about handling data, it’s about contributing to the bigger picture of offshore wind projects, accelerating the energy transition. Ensuring the integrity, accuracy and efficiency of critical marine site characterisation projects.
From student to geomatics analyst
Amy’s journey into offshore wind began at the University of Southampton, where she studied physical geography before completing a Master’s in Oceanography. Her transition to Beam wasn’t just about the technology, it was about the culture, career growth and opportunity.
“I wanted to challenge myself and learn new software. I knew Beam used a different software to where I was previously, so, it gave me a good opportunity to expand my skill set.
What really stood out was the company’s culture. Beam aligns with my career goals, rewarding staff fairly and offering clear progression opportunities.”
ROV surveys and AI innovation
One of Amy’s most exciting moments at Beam? Her first ever ROV Survey Project.
“I hadn’t worked on an ROV survey before, so being part of that project last year was a huge learning experience. It’s always exciting to do something new.”
As technology evolves, so does the way Amy works. She’s seeing first hand how AI and Automation are revolutionising offshore data processing.
“We use AI to automate repetitive tasks. For example, instead of spending time manually importing data and adjusting settings, our AI driven tools do it instantly, allowing us to spend more time quality controlling data and delivering results faster.”
For anyone considering joining Beam or new to Beam Amy has a piece of advice:
“I would say just do it, and when you do join Beam don’t be worried to reach out to people, I found that everyone’s friendly and wants to help, we’ve all been in that position of starting somewhere new. Especially in a fast-growing company like Beam, the best thing you can do is talk to as many people as possible.” With a team-driven mindset and a passion for innovation, Amy is helping shape the future of offshore wind, one data point at a time.
Innes H
Onshore Geophysicist
“Beam is also a very people-focused company, we like to do a lot of social events, so it is nice to be able to interact with everyone socially and professionally. Specifically to my role, I enjoy working with a range of datasets, rather than just one thing all the time, it means there is plenty of variety in my work.”
Ellie H
Front End Software Engineer
Ellie, one of our Front End Software Engineers, who ensures our technology delivers seamless user experiences; supporting offshore teams and pushing the boundaries of autonomous systems.
Sean R
Geophysicist
With a background in geology and marine geoscience research, Sean was drawn to Beam for its innovative approach—particularly its integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in geophysical interpretation. AI is set to revolutionize the field by streamlining data analysis, allowing geophysicists to oversee AI-driven interpretations across multiple datasets.
