Marine Inspection Specialist | $60/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor for a remote contract. The role offers 10–40 hours per week with compensation of $20–$60 per hour.

You will review digital imagery and documentation related to container and cargo condition, assess draft marks, and prepare precise survey reports. The ideal candidate holds a Certificate of Competency or maritime academy certification, has proven experience in marine cargo and draft surveys, and can interpret imagery remotely

Qualifications

• Experience conducting marine cargo and draft surveys.
• CoC or maritime academy certification required.
• Proficiency in container and cargo condition surveys, marine measurement protocols and reporting to international standards.
• Ability to interpret imagery remotely with well-supported surveyor calls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review digital imagery and documentation related to cargo condition at transfer points.
• Analyze vessel draft marks and tank gauges to determine cargo quantity and integrity.
• Prepare marine survey reports with findings and reasoning.
• Evaluate compliance with international marine survey standards in all deliverables.
• Provide feedback to refine AI data labeling and maritime decision-making processes.
• Collaborate asynchronously with project team and communicate insights.

Skills

Marine cargo surveys

Draft surveys

Remote/consultancy work

Report writing

Education

Certificate of Competency (CoC) or Maritime academy certification

Maritime academy background

Job description

Position: Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor

Type: Contract

Compensation: $20 - $60/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10-40 hrs/week

Role Responsibilities

• Review and assess digital imagery and documentation related to container and cargo condition at transfer and handover points.
• Analyze vessel draft marks and tank gauges to determine cargo quantity and integrity, applying marine measurement standards.
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate marine survey reports, articulating findings and professional reasoning for each surveyor s call.
• Evaluate compliance with international marine survey standards and best practices in all deliverables.
• Provide actionable feedback to refine and improve AI data labeling and maritime decision-making processes.
• Collaborate asynchronously through written and verbal communication channels, delivering insights and expertise to the project team.

Requirements

• Have strong relevant experience conducting marine cargo and draft surveys, with a strong track record of independent or consultancy assignments.
• Certification from a recognized maritime academy or valid Certificate of Competency (CoC).
• Proficiency in container & cargo condition surveys, marine measurement protocols, and report writing to international standards.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret imagery and documentation remotely, confidently making surveyor s calls with well-supported reasoning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity and detail in reporting and collaboration.
• Membership or accreditation with NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS is highly desirable.
• Experience working in a remote, digital-first environment and engaging with cross-functional project teams.