Marine Surveyor

FMC International

Marine Surveyor delivering technical expertise onboard vessels for FMC International. Conducting inspections and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations in a fully remote role.

Posted 6/24/2026contractRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct onboard surveys and inspections to verify compliance with regulatory, safety, and technical standards.
Prepare clear, comprehensive inspection reports and ensure follow‑up on corrective actions.
Act as the primary contact for vessel crews, owners, authorities, and regulatory bodies.
Assess vessel structures, machinery, and safety systems, providing expert recommendations.
Ensure adherence to international and local regulations (e.g., SOLAS, MARPOL, USCG, AMSA).
Represent FMC International professionally and deliver high‑quality service at all times.
Collaborate with technical teams and advise clients on repairs, maintenance, and best practices.
Stay informed on evolving regulations, industry standards, and maritime technologies.
Support incident investigations, root‑cause analysis, and corrective action planning.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and authorities to support FMC International’s reputation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must hold a Chief Engineer's License or Master Mariner license , unlimited, issued by a recognized maritime authority.
A minimum of 15 years of maritime experience, with minimum 2 years as Chief Engineer or Master Mariner.
In-depth understanding of international maritime regulations, including SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, and ISPS codes.
Familiarity with classification societies, flag state requirements.
Prior experience conducting technical inspections, surveys, or audits of vessels is preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with onboard crew, regulatory bodies, and clients.
Proven problem-solving skills, with a focus on precision and attention to detail in technical assessments and reporting.
Ability to perform physical onboard inspections, which may involve climbing, confined space entry, and work in varying environmental conditions.
STCW endorsements, advanced maritime safety training, and other relevant maritime certifications are a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Opportunities for professional development and growth.

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Hard Skills & Tools

technical inspectionssurveysauditsroot-cause analysiscorrective action planningvessel assessmentssafety systems evaluationreport writingmaritime safety trainingphysical inspections

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillscollaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailrelationship buildingclient serviceprofessionalismadaptabilityteamwork

Certifications

Chief Engineer's LicenseMaster Mariner LicenseSTCW endorsementsadvanced maritime safety training