MARINE SURVEYOR - PLAN APPROVAL MACHINERY - INDIA

Bureau Veritas | Marine & Offshore; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore in Mumbai invites applicants for the role of Plan Approval Surveyor for Machinery operations. You will review vessel machinery arrangements for compliance with Class Rules and statutory regs and support safe ship operations.

With 5–8 years of marine machinery design and plan approval experience, you will engage with clients, shipyards and BV offices, prepare technical reports, and stay current with IMO rules and IACS standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Naval Architecture and Mechanical Engineering, Marine System Engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in marine machinery systems design, installation and plan approval with focus on regulatory compliance and classification requirements.
• Familiarity with IMO, classification society rules and relevant national regulations.
• Strong technical knowledge of marine machinery systems including propulsion units, auxiliary engines, pumps, HVAC and other onboard mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Review vessel machinery systems for compliance with Class Rules and Statutory Regulations.
• Perform independent calculations, analyses, and design reviews per BV M&O procedures.
• Coordinate with clients and BV offices to ensure timely plan approval and documentation.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and approval documents for submission to authorities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IMO regulations and industry standards; participate in meetings and audits.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Mechanical Engineering

Marine Systems

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or related

Job description

Job Description:

Your career is about more than building a resume - it's a chance to Leave Your Mark.

Want to be a part of a fabulous team?

As we continue to develop Marine & Offshore activities, we are delighted to offer a unique opportunity to join our organisation as Plan Approval Surveyor for our Machinery operations. Position is located within our Mumbai office in India and you will be welcomed in a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

Purpose of Position

To ensure compliance of vessel machinery arrangements with relevant BV Class rules and Statutory regulations through detailed plan review, supporting safe and efficient ship operations along with BV M&O business development.

Core Technical Responsibilities

• Review of the vessel's machinery systems for compliance with the applicable Class Rules and Statutory Regulations.
• Perform independent technical calculations, analysis, and design reviews in line with BV M&O Procedures.
• Follow-up with clients and other M&O departments of Plan Approval office comments implementation.
• Technical support to clients and other M&O departments.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and approval documents documenting compliance verification, calculations, and design assessments for submission to clients and regulatory authorities.
• Maintain current knowledge of IMO regulations, classification society rules, industry standards (ISO, IEC, IACS), and emerging maritime technologies affecting machinery systems. Participate in technical meetings and audits with clients, shipyards, and component manufacturers to verify compliance and resolve design queries.
• Document all reviews and approvals in accordance with Bureau Veritas quality management systems and regulatory requirements, maintaining complete and traceable records.
• Escalate complex or non-standard issues to the Manager and Head Office in a timely manner, with clear technical justification and recommended solutions.
• Development of the level of technical content and data on which the professional judgment is based.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and suggesting enhancements to approval procedures and technical guidance.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with clients to identify, assess, and resolve technical issues and design modifications, ensuring timely communication and documentation of solutions.
• Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and regulatory interpretations with Head Office and other Bureau Veritas offices to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Naval Architecture and Mechanical Engineering, Marine System Engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 - 8 years of experience in marine machinery systems design, installation and plan approval with strong focus on regulatory compliance and classification requirement.
• Solid theoretical knowledge of ship design and extensive experience in plan approval.
• Familiarity with the IMO, classification society rules and relevant national regulations.
• Strong technical knowledge of marine machinery systems, including propulsion units, auxiliary engines, pumps, HVAC systems and other onboard mechanical systems.

Skills & Qualities

• Should have a pleasing personality
• Good command of English language, both oral and written is required.
• Responsible and diligent with high team spirit, communication skill and ability to work under pressure and independently.
• Problem solving, planning and decision-making mind-set

SHAPING A WORLD OF TRUST - WHAT WE VALUE AT BV

We create trust between businesses and we are committed to cultivating an open and inclusive environment wherever we operate and so do our employees. Being part of the Bureau Veritas family is more than just working, it's being convinced that you will leave your mark... in shaping a world of trust.

Join us to share our passion for the maritime world!

We create trust between businesses and we are committed to cultivating an open and inclusive environment wherever we operate and so do our employees. Being part of the Bureau Veritas family is more than just working, it's being convinced that you will leave your mark... in shaping a world of trust.