Marine Surveyor

SGS Mozambique, Lda affiliate of SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance, SA), World’s Leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company, recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity. With more than 99.600 employees and 2.600 offices and laboratories around the world. Operate in all Mozambique, since 1962, with 3 regional offices in Maputo, Beira and Nacala is looking for 5 x Marine Surveyors based in Quelimane (01), Pebane (01), Moma (01), Angoche (01) and Nacala (01), and reporting to Minerals Operations Manager, under the below terms of reference:

Main Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Liaise with Agents for vessel movements;
• Liaise with Master of the Vessels and always undertake Draft Surveys together with vessel´s chief officer and chief engineer or their appointed deputies;
• Read the Draft mark of the ship ( all recommended 6points) along with ship’s representative;
• Inspect a general plan in order to confirm the number and position of various ballast, fresh water and bunker on the vessel
• Measure the displacement of the water both before and after the loading or unloading
• Sampling and Testing the sea water or dock water density at place where vessel floats
• Determining of deductible weights by measuring and sounding of ballast tanks , fuel oil, fresh water that existing onboard at time of survey.
• Work according to defined international guidelines when determining the weight of the cargo and consider several key factors while making their surveys. These factors include:
• Water density of the sea, river or other waterway
• Changes in the ballast quantity between initial and final draft readings
• Changes in the vessel’s consumables (e.g. fuel oil, drinking water) between initial and final draft readings
• Trim and deformation corrections (we use data from the vessel’s draft tables)
• Read vessel documents that set forth cargo loading and securing procedures, capacities, and stability factors to ascertain cargo capabilities according to design and cargo regulations.
• Make exact measurements and determine quantities on vessels
• Analyze data obtained from survey.
• Issue Letters or Protest or Reserve when compliance is not detected or is violated.
• and writes report of findings/ Draft Survey Report.
• Submit Reports to clients and clarify any issues that customers might have.
• Interpret the requirements of the Divisional Manager.
• Assist on other tasks at the office and operations , when there are no DS to attend
• Inform Divisional Manager / supervisor of any problems with procedures or equipment.
• Produce and check Draft Survey Certificates when necessary.
• Accuracy of Draft Surveys and Marine Services and client complaints to be addressed to Senior Operation in charge.
• Operational non conformances
• Delegated functions to be completed within time frame set by seniors.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
• Ensure that all work is in compliance with the relevant Codes of Practice
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Education and Competence:

• University degree in Marine or Port Management.
• Capable of operating without being under close supervision.
• Superior organizational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including. grammar and composition. Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work are required.