Surveyor/Auditor

STAFF SURVEYOR/AUDITOR

Location: Mobile, LA

About us

Sabine Surveyors is a full-service marine surveying and consulting company founded in 1968. Our services include bulk and project cargo surveys, hull and machinery surveys, damage surveys, P&I surveys, on-hire, and off-hire bunker and/or vessel condition surveys, vessel appraisals, vessel audits, management audits, shipyard representation services, CRF 46 Subchapter M Compliance services and vendor audits.

Benefits:

• 401 (k)
• Group Health & Dental Plan
• Short -& Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Holiday & Vacation Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the following; other duties may be assigned as required:

1. Performing marine surveys and/or audits in the field as directed by the Area Manager or Vice President and as required by the company’s ISO Quality and Environmental Procedures.

2. Ensuring the timely flow of information to/from clients throughout the survey and/or audit process in the field. Acknowledging receipt of assignment to client when designated, and ensuring preliminary advice is prepared and submitted after completion of fieldwork when required.

3. Producing and submitting concise, technically, and grammatically correct survey and/or audit reports based on the appropriate report template in line with Company procedures, schedules, and customers’ requirements.

4. Assisting the Area Manager with the handling of customer complaints and adjustment of invoices.

5. Recognizing potential new business and bringing such to the attention of management.

6. Promoting company services in the marine industry including visiting clients and participating in industry activities.

7. Following the company’s Health, Safety, Security & Environmental Manual requirements, including participating in monthly safety meetings.

8. Pursuing personal development through in-house training, appropriate external training opportunities, and joining professional organizations.

9. Assisting with the management and training of more junior personnel.

10. Ensuring that proper PPE is maintained and worn at all times.

11. Ensuring all required equipment is calibrated and in good working order and records maintained as per our Quality and Environmental Procedures.

12. Obtaining proper credentials to enter terminals, docks, and job sites as appropriate, and maintaining records as required by Company procedures.

Required Education & Experience:

1. College graduate, maritime college preferred, or the equivalent time in the marine industry - five (5) years sea-going experience in a certificated position, or five (5) years’ experience in marine surveying field, or five (5) years of comparable marine experience.

2. Membership of NAMSGlobal is preferred but not required.

3. Report and technical writing skills will be a consideration.

4. Current valid driver’s license.

5. Current valid Transportation Worker’s Identification Credential (TWIC)

Working Conditions:

1. Open-air conditions such as noisy, hot, cold, wet, dusty, etc.

2. Must wear hearing, eye, and head protection, and proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.

3. Some climbing (40’ or higher, some unprotected), bending, stooping, and lifting (up to 50 pounds) are involved.

4. Working with hot and sometimes hazardous materials.

5. Work on marine vessels or in shipyard settings, walking over uneven surfaces.

6. Enter round manholes with inside diameters of 18”, and other internally confined spaces.

7. Use of traverse gangways, ladders, and scaffolding at varying heights.

8. Examining cargo, including photographing, and accessing difficult areas.

9. Available/On call 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Necessary Equipment Operation:

1. Audio Gauge Equipment

2. Tank Safe for Entry Monitor

3. Life Vest

4. Temperature Probes

5. Ullage Tapes

6. Pitot Tube

7. Computer/Tablet

Special Skills:

1. Ability to work under deadlines and schedule pressures.

2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

3. High performance and a strong team player.

4. Commitment to company values, policies, and safety program.

5. Must have the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

* An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters . If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email: [email protected] . If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail: [email protected] .