Plan Approval Surveyor (Hull)

Bureau Veritas is an international organization where safety quality and health always come first. As a global leader in Testing Inspection and Certification (TIC) we help our partners demonstrate the highest standards of safety and reliability through inspections tests validations and audits. With more than 75000 professionals across 140 countries we work with the biggest brands worldwide to ensure compliance with international standards and most important to keep people the environment and assets join our Marine & Offshore division we are looking for a Plan Approval Surveyor (Hull) who shares our mission - Shaping a World of Trust.

Join our team tocreate a world of trust!

About the Role

Within our Dutch Plan Approval Department you will join a team of experienced specialists dedicated to assessing the structural design of ships and offshore installations. You will work in an environment where maritime innovation safety and engineering excellence come together. Your role focuses on ensuring that hull structures meet Bureau Veritas Rules statutory requirements and international conventions while guiding clients through the design and construction process.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and approving hull structural drawings for a diverse range of vessel types such as yachts workboats tankers dredgers inland vessels and offshore units.
• Evaluating compliance with Class Rules SOLAS MARPOL IACS Unified Requirements CSR and other international standards.
• Supporting shipyards engineering firms and designers with technical guidance throughout the design and construction phases.
• Assessing design documentation for newbuilds conversions and vessels already in service.
• Identifying technical inconsistencies or conflicts in design requirements and providing practical compliant solutions.
• Preparing detailed technical reports and documentation related to structural evaluations.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues within the global Bureau Veritas network on complex plan approval matters.

Beyond this you will also be involved in discussions on technical developments new materials and regulatory changes within the maritime sector. With the industrys increasing focus on sustainability digital tools and advanced structural analysis you will play a role in shaping safe and futureproof design solutions. Whether analysing FEM results evaluating buckling or fatigue considerations or assessing fabrication and welding practices your work will have a direct impact on the safety quality and performance of vessels built around the world!

About You

You are passionate about naval architecture and eager to further develop your expertise in ship structures. You are naturally curious detail-oriented and motivated by delivering highquality technical work in a rapidly evolving industry.

You recognise yourself in the following profile:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Naval Architecture Maritime Engineering or a related discipline;
• Several years of experience in the maritime sector; experience in ship structural design plan approval or shipbuilding environments is an advantage;
• Strong understanding of ship structural principles materials welding standards and classification society rules;
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients shipyards engineering firms and internal stakeholders;
• Good communication and reporting skills in English (Dutch is an advantage);
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining oversight and accuracy;
• Comfortable working independently as well as in a team environment;
• A proactive mindset with willingness to stay informed about evolving maritime regulations and technologies.

What We Offer

• A good salary aligned with your experience and expertise;
• A bonus scheme of up to 1.5 times your monthly gross salary per annum based on business and personal results;
• 24.5 vacation days 3 additional days per year (based on full-time employment);
• Pension plan based on a defined contribution scheme;
• Collective health insurance options;
• Hybrid working: typically 3 days at our Rotterdam office and 2 days from home (or 2/2 for a 32-hour work week);
• An international closeknit team with a collaborative and supportive work atmosphere;
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth training and development within a successful ambitious Marine division.

About us

You can work hybrid with us: partly at our office in Rotterdam and from home. You can assume 3 days at the office and 2 days from home on a full-time basis. Or a division of 2 days at the office and 2 days at home with a 32-hour working week. You will work together with 5 colleagues in a close-knit international team in a good working atmosphere.

Do you recognize yourself in the above profile and have you become enthusiastic Then we would like to meet you!

Why work at Bureau Veritas
Every year we welcome and train more than 13000 dedicated talented and highly skilled engineers technicians inspectors auditors and support staff around the world. Our inclusive collaborative mission-driven environment ensures that your unique talents contribute to our mission to shape a better world. Being part of the BV family means that you can make your mark onshaping aworld of trust!

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Committed to an inclusive workplace

Bureau Veritas is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that is as diverse as the society in which we operate. We do not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity religion gender background socioeconomic status age sexual orientation marital status medical condition disability political affiliation gender identity or any other legally protected status.

We strive to foster an inclusive culture where people can be themselves experience a sense of belonging at Bureau Veritas and thrive because everyone can be a talent based on performance and behaviors that align with our values.

Do you have questions about the role Please contact our Corporate Recruiter Chaouki Touzani on 31 6 or send an email to