Marine Cargo Surveyor (Remote w/travel)

Sedgwick; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Marine Cargo Surveyor to inspect and assess cargo damages. This remote role with travel offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying flexibility and support for personal and professional growth. You'll be part of a culture that values diversity and inclusivity, where your skills will help shape the future of the organization. Join a team that celebrates achievements and fosters a positive work environment, contributing to a mission that truly matters. If you are driven to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k and matching

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Inspect cargo damaged in transit and determine the nature and extent of damages.
• Oversee loading and unloading of cargo to document damages.

Skills

Good oral and written communication skills

PC literate, including Microsoft Office products

Good customer service skills

Good organizational skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you. It’s an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day. It’s having support for your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive.

A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you’re someone who cares, there’s a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work.

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Marine Cargo Surveyor (Remote w/travel)

This role is open to be based remote out of Chicago, IL, Seattle, WA, Charleston, SC, Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA, Detroit, MI and various locations in Florida and Ohio. Travel required.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To inspect cargo damaged in transit and determine the nature, cause, and extent of damages; to review documents to determine when the cargo was damaged; and to provide written reports to underwriters and other parties with his/her qualified opinion as to the cause of loss.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees loading and unloading of cargo from ships and other forms of transit to document damages as they are loaded and/or unloaded.
• Inspects damaged ships to determine cause of the damage and amount of damage resulting from collisions or motor failures.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience

Five (5) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Good oral and written communication skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Good customer service skills
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.

Physical

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
• Have the ability to: climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, and reach/working overhead.
• Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
• Must have continual use of manual dexterity.

Auditory/Visual

Hearing, vision and talking.

NOTE

Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $80,000.00 – $110,000.00 USD annual salary. Bonus eligible. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.