Marine Surveyor

Sedgwick; Kawartha Lakes; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company located in Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, is seeking a Marine Surveyor to oversee the inspection of damaged cargo during transit. The role involves determining the cause, nature, and extent of damages for reporting to underwriters. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Joining the team promises a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Five years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees loading and unloading of cargo from ships and other forms of transit to document damages.
• Inspects damaged ships to determine cause of damage and amount from collisions or motor failures.
• Performs other duties as assigned and supports the organization's quality program.

Skills

Good oral and written communication skills

PC literate, including Microsoft Office products

Good customer service skills

Good organizational skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Marine Surveyor

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

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PRIMARY PURPOSE

To inspect cargo damaged in transit and determine the nature, cause, and extent of damages; to review documents to determine when the cargo was damaged; and to provide written reports to underwriters and other parties with his/her qualified opinion as to the cause of loss.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees loading and unloading of cargo from ships and other forms of transit to document damages as they are loaded and/or unloaded.

• Inspects damaged ships to determine cause of the damage and amount of damage resulting from collisions or motor failures.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Supports the organization’s quality program(s).

• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience

Five (5) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Good oral and written communication skills

• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products

• Good customer service skills

• Good organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Colleague Resources if you require accommodation.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Sedgwickis an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.