Maritime Forensic Expert - Master Mariner

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Robson Forensic is seeking a seasoned Master Mariner to lead maritime investigations, providing technical expertise on marine incidents. This intellectually challenging role requires strong analytical skills and a collaborative spirit, with responsibilities including expert reporting and testimony in complex maritime cases. Join a team dedicated to impactful forensic work within a respected consultancy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as Captain.
• USCG port state control/inspection experience.
• Well versed in SOLAS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into marine incidents and provide expert testimony.
• Use maritime skills and knowledge to determine causes and timelines of incidents.
• Work independently and collaboratively within the team.

Skills

Technical expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master Mariner credential

ECDIS certification

Radar navigator certification

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

You are a Master Mariner with 15+ years of experience. You are looking for the next challenge in your career.

Robson Forensic, a longstanding forensic expert firm with an excellent reputation in the legal and scientific community, is looking for a Master Mariner like you. We conduct investigations and provide professional reports and testimony to help resolve disputes and litigation.

Our Maritime Team has investigated more than 500 cases as technical experts in both the commercial maritime industry as well as the recreational boating community. Our experts use their accumulated maritime skills from their professional and recreational boating trainings and experiences to investigate marine incidents to determine incident causes and timelines. It is extremely challenging work, but also an intellectually thrilling and rewarding experience.

LOCATION:

FL, GA, PA, TX

DESCRIPTION:

Areas of potential investigative work involve commercial vessel and recreational boat operations related to cargo and insurers, marine facilities, shipyards, marinas, charter operations, passenger vessel operations, vessel design and manufacture, rules and codes compliance (both international and ), security, safety, and licensure. Casualties and incidents investigated may include collisions, allisions, fires, explosions, implosions, personal injuries, industrial accidents, product failure, pollution, and waterways management.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in Bridge Resource Management (BRM), Safety Management Systems (SMS), International Safety Management (ISM) system codes, small boats, fast rescue boats, lifeboats, tenders, workboats, COLREGS (International and Inland), safety training, workplace safety, mooring and anchoring operations, and cargo handling.

REQUIREMENTS:

• You are Master Mariner credentialed.
• You are ECDIS certified.
• You are Radar navigator certified.
• You have 3+ years of experience as Captain.
• You have USCG port state control/inspection experience.
• You are well versed in SOLAS requirements.
• You can work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• You have excellent technical and analytical skills.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• You are willing to travel about 20% on average.

Candidates must pass a drug, background, and reference check.

ABOUT US:

Robson Forensic is a leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines.

Employees at Robson Forensic work alongside highly respected experts from both industry and academia. Our forensic experts are engaged in meaningful casework that is consequential to industry and society. Robson Forensic provides a unique working dynamic that blends collaboration and autonomy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOW TO APPLY:

If this opportunity meets your expectations for a challenging and rewarding career, and you meet our minimum requirements, please apply and attach your resume and a cover letter outlining your professional background and experience.