Marine Surveyor
First Watch Maritime, Inc.
Job Description
🌊 Marine Surveyor (Blue Water)
📍 Location: Remote / Travel Required
🕒 Full-time | First Watch Maritime, Inc.
Ready to chart your own course with a team redefining modern marine surveying? At First Watch Maritime, Inc. , we deliver expert-level marine surveying and consulting across the Pacific Coast, Alaska, Hawaii, and beyond. Our clients trust us to handle complex, high-stakes projects ranging from forensic investigations and casualty response to cargo inspections and warranty surveys.
We're growing and looking for an experienced Blue Water Marine Surveyor to join our dynamic, field-oriented team. If you're driven, detail-focused, and ready for challenging and meaningful work, we want to hear from you.
🧭 What You’ll Do
- Conduct field investigations for marine casualties, claims, salvage, and disputes
- Perform Hull & Machinery, cargo, and warranty surveys on a wide range of vessel types
- Deliver detailed, timely technical reports and client communications
- Serve as an expert witness in court or arbitration settings when needed
- Advise clients with practical, expert-backed insight and recommendations
- Collaborate with internal teams and contribute to operational improvements
- Mentor junior staff and support business development initiatives
⚓ What You Bring
- Sailed as a Tug Master, Master Mariner, or Chief Engineer (Unlimited)
- Graduate of a recognized maritime academy (or equivalent maritime background)
- 5+ years at sea in a certified capacity or 5+ years of relevant surveyor/maritime experience
- Strong background in marine surveying , especially Cargo and H&M
- Clear, professional writing skills for technical reports
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and modern digital tools
- Self-driven, commercially minded, and client-oriented
- NAMS Global certification is a plus, but not required
🌐 Why First Watch Maritime?
- Work on high-impact, high-complexity projects across North America and abroad
- Join a collaborative team with deep expertise and real-world experience
- Contribute to a company that values integrity, grit, and intelligence
- Opportunity to grow with a firm at the forefront of the marine surveying field
⛴️ Let’s Connect
Sound like your next move? Reach out to start a conversation.
We’re excited to meet professionals who share our passion for excellence at sea.
