Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor

Confidential; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Zekai is seeking a Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor for a 100% remote, contract role. The expert will contribute to a customer’s maritime project by evaluating vessel data, imagery, and documentation to ensure cargo integrity and accurate drafts.

Flexible hours and weekend coverage optional. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in marine cargo and draft surveys, holds a CoC or maritime academy certificate, and may have NAMS/SAMS/IIMS accreditation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in marine cargo and draft surveys.
• Certification from a recognized maritime academy or valid Certificate of Competency (CoC).
• Membership or accreditation with NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review digital imagery and documentation related to container and cargo condition at transfer/handovers.
• Analyze vessel draft marks and tank gauges to determine cargo quantity and integrity.
• Reference guidelines from NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS where applicable.

Skills

Marine cargo survey

Draft surveys

Independent consultancy

Data analysis

Education

CoC certificate

Maritime academy cert

Job description

Role Title: Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor

Pay: $20–$60/hour

Location: Global, fully remote

Job Type: Contractor (~10 hours per week)

Schedule: Flexible—you can choose the hours and days you work, including weekends if desired as long as you're active

our partner is engaging Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyors to contribute expertise in support of a customer’s technical maritime project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned marine survey professionals comfortable working remotely and providing critical analysis based on vessel and cargo imagery, documentation, and reporting requirements.

Scope of Work

• 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.
• Reference and apply guidelines from organizations such as NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS where applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 7 years of professional 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).
• Membership or accreditation with NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS is highly desirable.

Start Timeline & Availability

We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts who are ready to begin immediately. If selected, you will be expected to start your first task within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.

This is a 100% remote contract role, open to applicants worldwide in the countries the employer accepts.