Marine surveyor

Company: Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) –

WebSite: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Description:**Job Description**

DNV Maritime Area Middle East & Africa seeks a qualified candidate with approximately three to five years of experience in the offshore or marine industry to join its team of surveyors in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, due to business growth.

This position presents a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly expanding team within a dynamic country, with diverse prospects in both conventional offshore operations and ocean space projects, including renewables and offshore tourism.

The Surveyor will report directly to the Country Manager.

**Responsibilities**

* Conduct surveys aboard mobile offshore units and operational vessels at shipyards and offshore locations.
* Travel to and perform work offshore, including vessel inspections in Bahrain, as required.
* Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the organization’s Rules, Regulations, Instructions, Guidelines, quality requirements, and line management directives.
* Maintain strict confidentiality regarding clients’ business information, processes, designs, developments, and documentation.
* Supervise the work of third-party contractors, when applicable, ensuring adherence to established standards and efficient, cost-effective practices.
* Attend training courses and qualification programs abroad, as per global training plans.
* Promote DNV’s services onboard and on-site, serving as a technical resource for customer inquiries, demonstrating a customer-focused approach.
* Support or serve as Key Account Manager (KAM) for business development activities with designated customers, if required.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

* Professional engagement within a globally recognized company with over 160 years of heritage in a transitioning industry.
* Collaboration with highly skilled colleagues who value teamwork and professional development.
* Networking opportunities with DNV experts.
* A competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
* Generous paid leave allowances (Annual, Sick, Compassionate, Local Public, Marriage, Maternity, Paternity, Medical leave Household Moving, Hajj Leave, Exam unpaid leave).
* Pension and Insurance Policies (Group Term Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Medical Insurance).
* Additional Benefits (School fee contribution, Long Service Awards, Mobile Phone Reimbursement, Housing Allowances).
* Profit share.

**Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level.**

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals regardless of gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, or political opinion. We value diversity as a cornerstone of our culture and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

**Qualifications**

* Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering from a Technical University, or equivalent qualifications from a marine or nautical institution with relevant sea-going experience as a certified ship officer.
* Approximately three to five years of offshore experience with Jack-up rigs and/or marine industry experience.
* Mobile offshore experience is an advantage.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Self-motivated and highly engaged professional.
* Quick learner with strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
* Analytical, structured, and systematic approach to work.
* Fluency in English and Arabic (preferred).
* Availability for travel.
* Physical ability to perform essential job functions, including climbing pilot ladders and accessing tanks and confined spaces in various climate conditions.

**About Us**

**About Maritime**

We enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of our customers in the global shipping industry, covering all vessel types and mobile offshore units. As a partner to industry, we offer services in testing, certification, training, and technical advisory through the energy value chain. We continually invest heavily into R&D for new services and solutions while proactively assessing what the industry needs today and tomorrow.

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