Job Description

Job Location
Bay Area, CA USA

San Francisco/Oakland/Stockton/Sacramento

DPS, with its headquarters in Antwerp and other offices in France, Spain, the Netherlands, China, Africa and the Americas, is a progressive Belgian SME specialising in providing claims and risk management services for both maritime and Non-Marine insurance sectors.

We consider diversity to be very important. Respect, friendliness and room for initiative are a matter of course for us. We also want to contribute to a better society and living environment. We do so in various ways. Not only by investing in sustainability, but also by supporting good causes and increasing job satisfaction on our own work floor.

MARINE SURVEYOR

Job overview

The Marine Surveyor will be responsible for providing professional, independent, and impartial inspection services across a range of marine and cargo operations. This position specializes in dry bulk cargo surveys, hold cleanliness inspections, draft surveys, on/off-hire bunker and condition surveys, P&I investigations, and containerized cargo claims inspections. The role requires a strong knowledge of marine operations, cargo handling, vessel structures, and international shipping regulations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and protection of client interests.

Qualifications and background

Duties and Responsibilities

• Dry Bulk Cargo Surveys: Conduct inspections of bulk carriers during loading and discharging operations, ensuring cargo quality, condition, and quantity meet contractual specifications.
• Hold Cleanliness Inspections: Verify vessel holds are prepared to industry and charterer standards for intended cargo, documenting any deficiencies or non-compliance.
• Draft Surveys: Perform precise draft readings and calculations to determine cargo quantities loaded or discharged, including adjustments for trim, list, ballast, and water density.
• On/Off-Hire Bunker & Condition Surveys: Inspect and document vessel condition and bunker quantities during charter delivery and redelivery, ensuring accurate reporting for charter party obligations.
• P&I Investigations: Conduct investigations into incidents such as cargo damage, loss, or personal injury on behalf of Protection & Indemnity Clubs, providing clear reports with findings and recommendations.
• Containerized Cargo Claims Inspections: Inspect damaged containerized cargo, document causes and extent of damage and provide professional assessments for claims resolution.

Qualifications and Background

• Prior Marine Surveying or Seagoing Experience, including exposure to hull & machinery, cargo claims, P&I surveys, and port operations.
• Strong knowledge of cargo handling, stowage, securing standards (e.g., IMO CSS Code), draft survey methodology, and bunker transfer practices.
• Familiarity with marine risk assessment and accident investigation protocols.
• Proficiency in technical report writing, digital inspection tools, and marine software applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with shipowners, charterers, agents, insurers, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently in dynamic environments and adapt to varying operational demands.
• Current TWIC card required for facility access.
• Remote position with the opportunity to collaborate with survey teams across the U.S.
• Frequent travel to vessels, shipyards, cargo terminals, and industrial sites.
• Fieldwork may involve exposure to varying weather conditions and physically demanding environments.
• Flexible working hours are required to align with vessel schedules and project timelines.
• Regular use of digital reporting tools, photo documentation, and electronic communication platforms.

Disclaimer:

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position and do not represent an exhaustive list of all tasks. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs, and employees may be required to perform additional duties as assigned. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities, and qualifications at any time.

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