Surveyor (Naval New Build)

Lloyd's Register Group; Rosyth; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lloyd's Register Group seeks a Naval Architect/Marine Surveyor for a New Build project based in Rosyth, Scotland. You will collaborate with a six-person site team to ensure hull and statutory compliance with LR Naval Ship Rules and Codes.

You will support the project manager and client on structural issues, maintain professional development, and contribute to project delivery within budget and contractual obligations. The role offers stability within a respected maritime organisation.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or physical science recognised by LR.
• Security clearance or eligibility for clearance.
• Marine New Construction experience and shipyard exposure.
• Experience with LR or other classification society Rules & Regulations.
• Willingness to work in defence sector and член in professional institution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hull structure and statutory elements to LR Naval Ship Rules.
• Provide guidance on structural issues to project manager and client.
• Produce deliverables within defined formats, deadlines and budgets.
• Engage with internal/external clients to present solutions.
• Pursue CPD to maintain discipline and knowledge.
• Assist in determining fee and cost structure for external work.
• Share knowledge and mentor colleagues; drive service delivery improvements.
• Undertake routine administration in line with processes.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Marine Surveying

Project management

English proficiency

Education

Engineering or physical science degree

LR-recognized qualification or marine qualification

Tools

Lloyds Register Rules

Classification society rules

Job description

We are seeking a Naval Architect/Marine surveyor for a Naval New Build project to be based in Rosyth, Scotland.

In this role, as a New Build Surveyor, you will work alongside a six-person site team. You will oversee the structural hull and statutory elements of the build to the LR Naval Ship Rules and Naval Ship Codes.

Usingyour Naval Architecture background, you will be responsible for ensuring the vessels are built in accordance with the Rules and Regulations whilst providing support to the project manager and client on structural issues as they arise during the build period. The project is on-going, and the opportunity exists to join where you can make your mark on the project.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to work for an organization that has a clear mission, is values driven and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes

The role

• Carry out related tasks and offer informed guidance for service delivery within your area of experience, ensuring work stays within budget and meets 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

• Security clearance or eligibility to be security cleared.
• A degree or equivalent from a tertiary organization recognized by Lloyds 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.
• Previous relevant Marine New Construction experience and exposure to working within the Shipyard and the supply chain.
• Experience with Lloyds Register or another Classification society Rules and Regulations.
• Experience in the defence sector or willingness to work in this area
• Membership in an appropriate professional institution.
• Working toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer 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.

Nice to have

• Classification Society experience.
• Membership in an appropriate professional institution

You are someone who

• Is keen to take accountability and ownership for delivering customer needs
• Can organize tasks and prioritise them to reach goals
• Is effective at solving problems, trouble-shooting and making timely decisions
• Is ready to adjust and willing to take initiatives
• 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

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