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Welcome from the Chief Executive
A warm welcome to you – watch this special message from Professor Ed Hill CBE, our Chief Executive (2010–2024).
We’re glad you’re joining us
We’re delighted that you’ve decided to join us at the forefront of world-leading oceanographic research and development. This is the first step on our journey together.
We have compiled everything we think you’ll need to get started, so you’ll feel like part of the team from your very first day.
Our vision, mission and strategy
At the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), we share a vision for the future of the ocean; it is our mission to see this vision through. We have a five-year strategy for how we are going to get there.
Sharing our values
Through wide discussion across all levels of the NOC, we have reached consensus on our shared values. These are guiding not just what we do but how we do it and how we make decisions.
Excellence
Innovative thinking
Empowerment
Environmental responsibility
Integrity
Working in partnership
The NOC in more detail
Explore exciting stories from the past twelve months in our annual review.
NOC Innovations is our commercial arm at the forefront of technology research and development.
Our staff social events
Bringing us all together as ‘One NOC’, we celebrate successes throughout the year with various events and activities.
- Summer celebrations and Values Awards
- Themed season socials
- End of year celebrations and quiz
Take a virtual ship tour
Explore one of our research ships, the RRS Discovery, and see how we lead the world in oceanographic research. Along the way you will meet and find out more about the ship’s crew, and their various roles and responsibilities.
Explore our sites
Find out everything you need to know about our sites in Liverpool and Southampton.
What to expect when you join us
Starting a new job is exciting but can also be daunting. To help you adjust to your new surroundings and feel at home with us, here is what you can expect in the first weeks and months.
All your questions answered
Got a burning question? We have answers.
We have assembled all of the questions and answers new starters usually have, if you have any other questions then please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
The benefits our employees enjoy
The NOC offers a variety of benefits including:
- Competitive pension plan
- MyLifestyle – discounts and more
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
Details of how to access these benefits will be provided in your first week.
