Surveyor (Naval)

Lloyd's Register; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development programmes

Permanent employment

Job summary

Lloyd's Register in Halifax, Canada seeks an experienced Naval Surveyor for New Construction and Existing Ship Surveys. You will assess design, production, and in-service aspects of engineering assets, applying formal procedures and industry standards.

The role may include project management responsibilities, client discussions, and delivery of compliant products and services. A strong professional background and ongoing CPD are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent recognized by Lloyd's Register in engineering or physical science.
• Membership in an appropriate professional institution.
• Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineering status.
• Adherence to professional codes of conduct and the LR Code of Ethics in IMS01.
• Ability to apply general and specialist engineering knowledge to enable technology.
• Apply theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate, and maintain engineering products and services.
• Proficiency in technical and commercial management, such as project management and process management.
• Proficiency in English suited to the work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out tasks and provide informed guidance to support service delivery within budget and contractual obligations.
• Produce deliverables within defined formats, meeting deadlines, budget, and quality standards.
• Discuss and present deliverables with internal and external clients and offer suitable solutions.
• Work in accordance with internal procedures, accreditation schemes, legislation and industry standards.
• Pursue Continuous Professional Development to maintain discipline and knowledge.
• Assess and recommend time and value for work for external clients and determine cost structure.
• Provide guidance to other employees to enable knowledge transfer.
• Contribute to service delivery improvement by communicating client feedback.
• Undertake routine administration tasks following current processes and procedures.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree

Marine/nautical qualification

Professional institution membership

Job description

Surveyor (Naval) - New Construction & Existing Ship Surveys

Lloyd's Register

Location: Halifax, Canada

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced surveyor who will assess the design, production, and in-service aspects of engineering assets, using procedures, experience and knowledge appropriate for complex / demanding situations. The role may also include managing projects.

What We Offer You

• The opportunity to work for an organization that has a clear sense of purpose, is guided by values and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes
• Full-time, permanent position

The role

• Carry out appropriate tasks and offer informed guidance to support service delivery in your area of experience, while ensuring adherence to budget limits and contractual obligations.
• Produce deliverables within agreed parameters, adhering to defined formats, and meeting deadlines, budget, and quality standards.
• Discuss and present deliverables with internal and external clients, offering suitable solutions when necessary.
• Perform activities in accordance with internal procedures, accreditation schemes, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue Continuous Professional Development to maintain a high level of discipline, knowledge, and awareness.
• Assess and recommend appropriate time and value for work undertaken for external clients, assisting in determining the most suitable fee and cost structure.
• Provide guidance to other employees as needed, facilitating effective knowledge transfer and application.
• Contribute to service delivery improvement by communicating internal and external client feedback as relevant.
• Undertake routine administration tasks as required, following current processes and procedures.

What You Bring

• A degree or equivalent from a tertiary organization recognized by Lloyd's Register in the relevant field of engineering or physical science. The degree program should have been a minimum of two years in duration. Alternatively, qualifications from a marine or nautical institution and relevant sea-going experience as a certificated ship's officer will also be considered.
• Membership in an appropriate professional institution.
• Working towards or obtaining Chartered or Incorporated Engineering status.
• Adherence to professional codes of conduct and the LR Code of Ethics in IMS01.
• The ability to utilize a combination of general and specialist engineering knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technology.
• Capability to apply suitable theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate, and maintain engineering products, processes, systems, and services.
• Proficiency in technical and commercial management, such as project management and process management.
• Proficiency in the English language that is suitable for the nature of the work.

You Are Someone Who

• Is keen to take accountability and ownership for delivering customer needs
• Is capable of organizing work and setting priorities to meet objectives
• Is effective at solving problems, trouble-shooting and making timely decisions
• Responds to changing priorities effectively and shows initiative
• Communicates in a structured way and has ability to present technical ideas in user-friendly language
• Displays a team spirit, particularly in a multicultural environment
• Responds positively to learning opportunities and is comfortable stepping out of own comfort zone