RINA is currently recruiting for a Montreal Canada Marine Surveyor to join its office in Montreal within the North America Marine Division.
Mission
The Marine Surveyor will act as a key technical focal point for marine warranty, hull and machinery, P&I, flag state, and cargo-related surveys across Canada. The role requires strong marine experience, coordination skills, and a commitment to technical excellence.
Key Accountabilities
Surveys and Inspections:
Conduct surveys and certification on behalf of public and governmental authorities. Perform P&I (Protection & Indemnity) surveys. Perform Hull & Machinery (H&M) surveys. Conduct Flag State surveys. Carry out Vessel Condition surveys. Execute Sale & Purchase (S&P) surveys. Perform On Hire and Off Hire surveys of ships, barges, and floating construction equipment. Conduct Towage approvals. Perform Bunker surveys. Execute Draft Surveys. Carry out Cargo Damage surveys. Survey various types of maritime equipment, machinery, cargo-handling equipment, and cargo products. Perform Marine Warranty Survey activities for offshore operations, including transportation, installation, and project cargo movements. Ensure full compliance with marine warranty requirements, class rules, and project specifications. Review and approve marine procedures, methodologies, lifting plans, towage approvals, and risk assessments for complex marine operations.
Reporting and Communication:
Produce accurate, concise, and technically sound survey reports. Manage clients' queries on a daily basis in a professional and timely manner. Maintain effective reporting, communication, and cooperation with clients, colleagues, and authorities. Act as the primary technical interface between clients, contractors, legal representatives, and flag states for all marine-related matters.
Development and Commitment:
Contribute towards the further development and growth of RINA and Hayes Stuart. Demonstrate a high level of effectiveness, dedication, and professional commitment. Support the safe execution of marine operations in full accordance with project specifications, class rules, and international regulations.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Engineering or Engineering General
Qualifications
- Marine Chief Engineer rank and certification strongly preferred.
- Previous experience as a Marine Warranty Surveyor, P&I correspondent surveyor, or H&M surveyor is considered a significant asset.
- Proven experience coordinating with classification societies, flag states, and offshore contractors.
- Excellent written and spoken English proficiency.
- Strong reporting, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to respond on short notice to client needs across Eastern Canada in a 24/7 service capacity.
Competencies
- WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
- PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
- INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
- DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
- FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.
At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.
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