Surveyor I, Senior

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); Fatih; Hybrid; TRY 4,310,000 - 5,747,000; Full time

Job summary

ABS seeks a Senior Surveyor I to examine vessels and marine structures for compliance with ABS rules and statutory requirements. The role includes reporting survey findings and supervising junior staff.

Candidates should have engineering or physical science credentials, plus several years of surveying experience with IACS members. The position requires strong communication and field safety skills and readiness to travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Able to read engineering drawings and vessel layouts.
• Ability to interpret ABS Rules, Guides, and related instructions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Experience with conducting surveys on classed vessels or marine structures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine surveys on vessels, platforms, or marine structures for classification and compliance.
• Prepare accurate, timely reports of inspections and surveys.
• Coordinate with clients to resolve technical issues.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise junior surveyors as needed.
• Promote ABS services to customers.

Skills

English communication

Reading engineering plans

Analytical problem solving

Surveying techniques

Education

Engineering or physical science degree

Marine/nautical certification or ship officer qualification

IACS familiarity

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Surveyor I is considered an intermediate to advanced level Surveyor position. The primary function is to examine and report on vessels and other marine structures during and after construction relative to compliance with the applicable requirements for maintaining the vessel in Classification with ABS and meeting associated statutory and special service requirements related to the Safety of Life at Sea, Loadline, Tonnage, Cargo Gear, and Pollution Prevention Certification. When necessary, responsible for administering office procedures and monitoring business performance at an assigned port.

What You Will Do

• Acts as a professional specialist for the organization in the application of related rules, regulations, requirements, concepts, principles, and processes.
• Performs routine surveys on classed vessels, platforms, or other marine structures and at manufacturers for classification and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Prepares technically accurate and timely reports of inspections and surveys performed.
• Engages in contact with clients to resolve problems within areas of expertise.
• Maintains survey files in an orderly and up-to-date manner in the area of responsibility.
• Maintains an active awareness of new methods and developments affecting the technical scope of assigned responsibilities and recommends changes in the surveying processes and safety programs as warranted by such developments. Recommends new approaches to problems encountered and makes changes in methods, procedures, or design where necessary.
• Plans, schedules, and coordinates various phases of surveying work and monitoring the quality of service on work performed.
• Monitors work and projects performed by subordinate surveyors to ensure maintenance of quality, content, consistency, and continuity of work performed.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and training to lower-level and/or less experienced surveyors.
• Promotes the services and capabilities of ABS to present and potential customers.

What You Will Need

Education & Experience

• Qualifications from a tertiary institution within a relevant field of engineering or physical science (minimum two (2) years program); or
• Qualifications from a marine or nautical institution and relevant seagoing experience as a certificated ship officer, and
• Minimum requirements & knowledge listed for Surveyor II.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience working as a Surveyor II.
• Understanding of ABS strategic technical positioning in their respective sector of the marine industry or
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in an Engineering or Survey Capacity with an IACS member Classification Society

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Appropriate certification and/or licenses in areas of specialization may be required.
• Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, and related instructions, as well as the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
• Ability to read engineering plans and have a basic understanding of shipbuilding practices and vessel operations.
• Ability to perform surveys in the prescribed format.
• Knowledge of computer programs or software packages related to job responsibilities.
• Knowledge of related technical interfaces required for group project work.
• Knowledge of ships' engineering systems and machinery.
• Ability to communicate in English, orally and in writing, pertinent information relative to assigned area of technical expertise.
• Ability to analyze problems and propose solutions.

Physical Requirements

• Where allowed by local laws, a pre-employment physical examination is mandatory.
• The role of surveyor/auditor requires sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, and both visual and auditory acuity to perform the listed duties effectively.
• The ability to climb vertical ladders up to nine meters and navigate steep steps is essential.
• Shall be capable of working at heights on various staging and lifting equipment.
• Shall be able to maneuver in tight spaces and work inside confined areas for extended periods, including kneeling and crawling.
• The role may involve exposure to industrial environments, potential injury risks, extreme weather conditions, and demanding physical activities.
• Shall be able to lift at least 25 lbs. / 11.34 kgs.
• The use of small tools and the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), in accordance with ABS safety procedures, may be required.
• Where allowed by local laws, the surveyor will be required to successfully complete an annual physical that will recertify that the individual can perform the physical actions required.

Reporting Relationships

Will report to a Principal Surveyor or higher, under the direction of a Survey Manager or District/Country Manager as appropriate. The incumbent may supervise or provide leadership guidance to lower-level surveyors. Incumbent may be provided with support or assistance by an administrative support staff member as applicable to his/her office.

About Us

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

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Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs