Marine Surveyor

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. 

Job Description

This position requires the incumbent to relocate permanently to QC City.

Perform surveys on board sea going vessels, i.e., full inspection of ships’ hold for suitability with respect to cleanliness, Draft Surveys, On/Off-hire surveys, Bunker Surveys, Damage Inspections.

• Ship’s draft survey

• Barge draft survey

• Ship’s on/off hire survey

• Pre-purchase survey on ocean going vessels

• Bunker surveys

• Ships hold cleaning consultant

• Inspection of any ship’s compartments

• Supervision of load and stowing of cargos

• Loading and lashing of deck cargos

• Grain stability survey

• Dead freight survey

• Draft limitation calculations

• Stevedore damage survey

• Dock damage survey

• Vessel damage survey

• P & I survey

• Owner’s, Shipper’s Charter’s representative at loading/discharge

• Inspection of refrigerated compartments

• General cargo damage survey

• Marine consultant for Agents, Shippers or Terminals

• Any other related duties as required as assigned by the Company

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 5 -10 years’ experience in conducting Marine surveys

• A minimum of post-secondary education (College diploma or University degree)

• Must possess Canadian Foreign Going Master’s Certificate

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Capable of operating without being under close supervision

• Superior organizational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential

• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.

• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).

• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.

• Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.

• Extended hours and shift work are required.

• Ability to work well with others & independently.

• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.

• Works well under pressure.

• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.

• Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.

• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.