Principal Surveyor or above

American Bureau of Shipping•Oakland, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Surveyor’s primary role is to directly perform survey activities in accordance with ABS Rules, Guides, and all statutory requirements; while acting as a peer leader, knowledge resource, coach, and overall survey process expert at the port, station, or field site level. This position also supports the “In Charge” supervisor in planning and managing survey activities and the training, guidance, and development of more junior surveyors.

Requirements

Qualifications from a tertiary institution within a relevant field of engineering or physical science (minimum two (2) years program).
Qualifications from a marine or nautical institution and relevant seagoing experience as a certificated ship officer.
Typically, three (3) years of experience working as a Senior Surveyor.
Typically, two (2) years of experience on international assignments or significant exposure to international projects and processes.
Demonstrated expertise in effectively executing surveys across various disciplines.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and have an extensive understanding of marine and/or offshore shipbuilding and construction practices, engineering systems, structure, and vessel operations.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability with the skill to propose and convey solutions effectively.
Client/Customer service-focused demeanor with the ability to build relationships supporting business development.
Excellent communication skills and English fluency, both written and verbal, with the ability to conduct detailed technical and business communication/interaction in a professional role.
Knowledge of metrics-based performance concepts and the ability to manage key performance indicators to meet business outcomes.
Ability to learn the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.

Responsibilities

Directly execute and support safe and efficient survey activities to meet business outcomes related to service delivery, labor/productivity, budget, quality, policy, compliance, training, development, and safety.
Execute and safely support the Survey & Certification Core Process as an individual contributor and peer leader/resource.
Acts as a professional specialist for the organization in applying related rules, regulations, requirements, concepts, principles, and processes.
Assist the “In Charge” surveyor in planning, scheduling, and coordinating the various phases of surveying activities and monitor the quality-of-service delivery, including reviews of survey reports.
Assists in recommending short- and long-term manpower planning needs for qualified, trained survey staff based on the projected business.
Promote a culture of safety and safe working conditions.
Maintain awareness of changes and development in service delivery or technical issues affecting present and potential customers and communicate this information promptly to the appropriate supervisory/management level.
Support the performance and development of junior surveyors through direct coaching, mentorship, training, monitoring, and performance feedback.
Promotes the services and capabilities of ABS to present and potential customers through survey operational activities and interaction.
Maintain relationships with local Port State authorities.
Quality System in assigned area of responsibility. Support the non-survey-related key Core Processes as needed for organizational success.