Senior Marine Surveyor - Palermo, Italy

RINA; Sicilia; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA is recruiting a Palermo Marine Surveyor to join our office in Palermo, Italy, within the Mediterranean and Africa Marine Division. The role focuses on ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of ships through surveys and inspections.

You will apply classification society rules, interact with shipowners and manufacturers, prepare reports, and develop professional expertise in naval engineering within a diverse, international team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Junior Surveyor or minimum 5 years’ experience in the engineering or survey fields within the marine industry or related field.
• Proficiency in English commensurate with the scope of classification and certification work.
• Ability to develop working knowledge of RINA Rules, Guides, and related instructions.
• Understanding of shipbuilding practices and ship operations.
• Ability to perform new building surveys and ship-in-service surveys with reporting and certificates.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to classification society rules and international/regulatory requirements during surveys and inspections.
• Provide expert technical advice to clients, shipowners, and manufacturers on classification, design, construction, and maintenance matters.
• Act as troubleshooter for technical issues arising during surveys or client interactions and ensure timely, accurate reports.
• Implement quality assurance measures in survey processes and reporting templates.
• Educate clients on processes, rules, and compliance importance for safety and efficiency.
• Document and report using standardized templates and integrate digital tools for efficient management.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders to share knowledge and best practices.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry standards.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Technical expertise

Problem solving

Quality mindset

Client communication

Documentation skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Naval Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

RINA is recruiting a Palermo Marine Surveyor to join our office in Palermo, Italy, within the Mediterranean and Africa Marine Division. The role focuses on ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of ships through surveys and inspections.

You will apply classification society rules, interact with shipowners and manufacturers, prepare reports, and develop professional expertise in naval engineering within a diverse, international team.