Draft Surveyor (Onboard Inspection)

Job Summary

Responsible for conducting draft surveys and onboard inspections to determine cargo quantity, verify cargo condition, and ensure compliance with international standards and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform draft survey calculations before/after loading & discharging
• Take draft, ballast, and tank measurements accurately
• Inspect cargo condition, loading/discharge operations onboard vessel
• Witness sampling, weighing, and related inspection activities
• Prepare and submit draft survey and inspection reports
• Report discrepancies or abnormalities to clients and management
• Coordinate with ship crew, terminal staff, and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine, Engineering, or related field
• 1–3 years experience in draft survey / marine inspection (new graduates welcome for junior role)
• Basic knowledge of draft survey calculation and vessel operation

Skills

• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good command of English (spoken & written)
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy
• Able to work flexible hours (shift / onboard schedule)
• Willing to travel and work at ports nationwide

Preferred

• Experience in bulk cargo (coal, minerals, ores)
• Familiar with inspection standards (ISO, ASTM)
• Background with inspection companies (BV, SGS, etc.)

Working Conditions

• Work onboard vessels and at port/terminal
• Outdoor environment & irregular working hours