Port & Vessel Cargo Surveyor — Independent Contractor

Cotecna Canada Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotecna Canada Inc. is seeking experienced Marine/Cargo Surveyors to join our subcontractor network for assignments around the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington regions.

You will perform draft surveys and cargo inspections aboard vessels and at ports, with reporting duties and strict adherence to client requirements. The role requires independent work, a valid TWIC card, and reliable transportation; assignments are local to the port/terminal network.

Qualifications

• Experience in marine/draft surveys and cargo inspections at ports/terminals.
• Ability to prepare accurate inspection reports with detail.
• Strong attention to safety protocols and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct draft surveys and related vessel/cargo measurements.
• Attend and inspect cargo loading and discharge operations.
• Perform cargo, shipment, and quantity/condition inspections as assigned.
• Accurately record measurements, observations, and inspection findings.
• Prepare and submit inspection/survey reports and supporting documentation.
• Follow applicable client requirements, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with vessel personnel, terminals, clients, and the operations team.
• Travel locally to ports, terminals, vessels, and other assignment locations as required.

Skills

Draft surveys

Cargo inspections

Report writing

Independent work

Job description

Cotecna Canada Inc. is seeking experienced Marine/Cargo Surveyors to join our subcontractor network for assignments around the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington regions.

You will perform draft surveys and cargo inspections aboard vessels and at ports, with reporting duties and strict adherence to client requirements. The role requires independent work, a valid TWIC card, and reliable transportation; assignments are local to the port/terminal network.