Marine Surveyor - Houston, TX

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out surveys, draw up and send relevant reports to the SSQM, in compliance with the FM and inland specific procedures.
• Assess the conditions necessary for carrying out surveys to the expected quality level, against his own abilities, availability and the conditions on board.
• Surveyors should request from their SSQM advice on any questions they deem beyond their abilities.
• Ensure the quality of their services.
• Provide information and support necessary to CDs, NS operations managers, SSQMs, MOCs and MOs as concerns missions involving them.
• Authorities Surveyors carry out the surveys they are qualified for as defined in their valid Ships in Service Surveyor Certificate.
• Surveyors may decline a survey whenever they deem the necessary conditions are not met.
• Take technical decisions on board, within the limitations of surveyor responsibilities, as set out in the Operational Authority Limitations Table (for reference see A2.2).
• Sign their own reports.
• Issue certificates and attestations. Attestations are issued upon agreement of MO (Sale, damage) or MOC (all others).

Technical/Professional Qualifications/Requirements

• 5 years of relevant experience
• MSc or BSc degree or equivalent in marine engineering or naval architecture
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced / Intermediate computer skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem solving skills
• Must be able to travel by car, plane, ship and launch
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, including pilot ladders
• Must be able to crawl tanks and other enclosed spaces.

BV Values: Observable Behaviours

• Trusted: Builds trust relations in interactions with clients, commercial partners, teams, public authorities, etc. Builds and delivers solutions that meet customer expectations. Builds trust in line with BV absolutes, values and Code of Ethics Principles. Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Responsible: Accountable for self and others to meet commitments; responsible for the accuracy and integrity of information supplied and work delivered. Acts responsible, sustainability is key. Considers the impact of his/her actions upon people, the community and the environment. Empowers his/her teams and encourage others to “leave their mark” responsibly.
• Ambitious and Humble: Demonstrates ambition with humility. Sets high performance standards for him/herself and collaborates with others to get work done. Serves clients, delivering solutions that exceeds their expectations. Action-oriented, challenges the status quo, identifies and seizes new opportunities. Able to challenge his/her own expertise or experience and learn from others. Seeks feedback without being defensive. Shows personal commitment and takes action to continuously improve.
• Open and Inclusive: Believes in the strength of diversity. Open and encourages diverse thinking to foster new perspectives and nurture innovation. Is aware of society evolution and contributes actively to change and agile innovations. Open to new technologies, new perspectives & new ways of working. Respects and values differences; applies others’ diverse experiences, styles, backgrounds and perspectives to get results. Recognized others for their contributions, sharing recognition when a team effort.