Marine Technical Advisor

Interocean Marine Services; Aberdeen City; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine services company is seeking a Marine Technical Advisor to provide 24-hour vetting and technical support on DP vessels. This remote position, preferred based in Aberdeen, involves responsibilities such as monitoring databases and arranging vessel surveys. Ideal candidates will have a marine engineering qualification and at least 3 years' DP vessel experience. Benefits include competitive salary, private healthcare, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private Healthcare Plan

Pension Plan

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience on DP vessels or as DP Consultant/Superintendent.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across departments.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour marine vetting and technical support globally.
• Monitor and manage a marine database.
• Arrange vessel surveys and issue certificates.

Skills

Knowledge of IMO requirements

Marine inspections experience

Understanding of IMCA and OCIMF

Education

Marine, Engineering or ETO Certificate of Competency

Job description

We are looking for a Marine Technical Advisor to join our team who will provide 24 hour marine vetting and technical support on a global basis. The work schedule comprises of: 12 days on / 9 days off (Shift Pattern: 5 dayshift - weekend - 5 nightshift). The position is remote, however Aberdeen based location is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide global 24-hour marine vetting and technical support
• Daily monitoring and management of a specialised marine database
• Continuous communication with global Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
• Arrange vessel surveys to meet vetting requirements
• Complete various reviews, including Initial DP, Annual DP, DP FMEA & Proving Trials, Class Surveys, eCMID, OVIQ, ERRV Surveys, and Structural Integrity assessments
• Review procedures, DP Operation Manuals, DP FMEA's, CAMO & ASOG's, and Checklists
• Issue vessel certificates to match vetting requests
• Ensure vessel vetting's are managed and kept up to date
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently holds or has held a Marine, Engineering or ETO Certificate of Competency
• Experience: 3 years' experience on DP vessels / DP technical experience as DP Consultant / Superintendent or equivalent
• Skills:
• Knowledge and understanding of industry requirements from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Classification Societies
• Understanding of industry bodies including the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) and Marine Technology Society (MTS)
• Experience in conducting/reviewing marine inspections for marine vessels
  
  

Personal Attributes:

• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across different departments
• Proactive: Takes initiative and is self-motivated
• Detail-Oriented: Pays attention to detail and ensures accuracy in all work
• Adaptable: Able to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Benefits

• Work with a dynamic, supportive and growing team
• Opportunity for career development and progression
• Competitive salary
• Private Healthcare Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Cycle to work and Car salary sacrifice scheme
• Life Assurance