Vessel - Auditor/Surveyor

Kirby Corporation • Channelview, TX

13d

About The Position

Responsible for carrying out internal management system audits and surveys. Provides support to the company and its divisions for health, safety, quality, and environmental issues and programs as directed by the Compliance Manager, ensuring compliance with the company's overall HSQE policies and commitments.

The role requires travel to vessels, terminals, shipyards, and other operational sites. Work takes place in varied weather and outdoor marine and industrial environments, with exposure to vessel operations, machinery, marine traffic, and other physical hazards.

Requirements

• Experience in marine or oil industry operations, or equivalent industry experience in an environment with a strong safety culture.
• Broad knowledge of Federal Regulations, including 46 CFR Subchapter M – Towing Vessels, and other relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Knowledge of Safety Management Systems (HELM), including how to access procedures, compliance records, operational requirements, and other regulatory documentation.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to write reports.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel to ports, fleets, docks, terminals, and other operational sites as needed.
• Ability to maintain independence and objectivity from the areas being audited.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum one to two years of marine, oil and gas, HSQE, compliance, auditing, or operational experience.
• For internal survey work: four years of experience working on towing boats as a master, mate (pilot), or in engineering; or other relevant experience, such as USCG marine inspector, military personnel with relevant maritime experience, marine surveyor, accredited marine surveyor, or experience on boats with similar operating and physical characteristics.
• TWIC required.
• Complete a recognized third-party training program for quality or safety system auditors, such as ANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001-2000, ISO 9001:2008E, or a CG-recognized equivalent.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, reaching, and use of hands for inspection, documentation, and operational activities.
• Ability to work aboard vessels and in marine facilities, including navigating stairs, ladders, gangways, and uneven surfaces.
• Visual and auditory acuity for inspections, audits, communication, and hazard recognition.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and work in restricted spaces as needed.
• Frequent use of computers, mobile devices, and standard office equipment to prepare reports, maintain records, and manage audit documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and prepare for internal management system audits and internal surveys.
• Conduct internal management system audits and surveys.
• Complete and distribute audit and survey reports, including findings that require corrective or preventive action.
• Track corrective and preventive actions arising from management system audits to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Participate in internal and external management system auditing processes.
• Assist with HSQE programs and initiatives as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED