Surveyor Ships In Operation – Porto do AçuRJ
Job Summary
Location: Porto do Açu RJ
Official Base Office: Macaé RJ
Residence Requirement:Candidates must reside within a maximum commuting distance of approximately one hour drive from Porto do Açu Terminal.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Surveyor Ships in Operation to join our team supporting vessel classification and statutory services in the Porto do Açu region. The successful candidate will perform surveys audits and technical assessments for vessels in operation ensuring compliance with applicable rules regulations and quality standards while delivering excellent customer service.
This position offers exposure to a wide variety of vessel types marine operations dry-dock projects and technical assignments in one of Brazils most important maritime hubs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct classification and statutory surveys audits and inspections for vessels operating in Porto do Açu and when required at other Brazilian ports.
- Perform on-site surveys during port stays operational periods and dry-docking activities.
- Participate in major vessel conversions modifications repairs and other technical marine projects.
- Maintain full compliance with organizational requirements by carrying out survey and technical activities in line with applicable regulations company procedures quality standards and management instructions.
- Provide technical guidance and support to customers ensuring practical and customer-focused solutions.
- Support other classification and certification activities as required by business needs.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding clients business operations documentation designs and technical information.
- When applicable supervise work carried by others ensuring work is performed safely efficiently and in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Escalate technical operational or reputational concerns to line management at the earliest appropriate opportunity.
- Act as a professional representative of DNV promoting the companys services and values through high-quality customer interactions.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Marine Engineering Naval Architecture Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with previous experience in Maritime Engineering or Master Mariner.
- Proven experience within a Classification Society or the wider maritime industry.
- Solid understanding of classification and statutory survey activities and related regulatory requirements.
- Formal auditor qualification in ISM ISPS and/or MLC is an advantage.
- Hold a valid registration with the Brazilian Engineering Council (CREA).
- Professional proficiency in both Portuguese and English (written and spoken).
- Strong customer orientation with the ability to understand and respond to client needs.
- Physical capability to perform vessel surveys including working at heights and in confined spaces.
- Hold valid drivers license and passport.
- Flexibility to work outside regular office hours when operational requirements demand including weekends public holidays and evening assignments.
- Willingness to relocate or accept future national and/or international internal mobility opportunities.
Personal Attributes:
We are looking for an individual who:
- Is passionate about contributing to the maritime industrys transformation toward a more digital and decarbonized future.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Works effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Builds strong professional relationships across offices functions and cultures.
- Takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently delivers high-quality results.
- Maintains a positive attitude and a strong commitment to safety integrity and customer service.
Why Join DNV
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic maritime environment supporting a broad range of vessel types and projects while contributing to the safety sustainability and digital transformation of the shipping industry.
Location: Porto do Açu RJ
Official Base Office: Macaé RJ
Residence Requirement:Candidates must reside within a maximum commuting distance of approximately one hour drive from Porto do Açu Terminal.
About Company
Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, DNV enables organizations to advance the safety and sustainability of their business.