Surveyor, Corporate Classification
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Supports the Chief Surveyor's Center of Excellence daily work by performing duties as assigned in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards.

Schedule and Location:

• The position has a hybrid work schedule consisting of Tuesday through Thursday in the office. Monday and Friday provide the option to work remotely or from the office.
• This open role is located at our modern ten-story corporate headquarters in Spring, Texas.

What You Will Do: (With the assistance or guidance, as needed, of an experienced person, Supervisor or Manager perform one or more of the following:)

• Review, revise, and create internal and external documents, including process instructions, Guides and letters.
• Conduct weekly reviews of published documents utilizing the PI-Tagging Tool to ensure that documents are tagged appropriately to support ABS Freedom Work Packages and if required advise the Marketing team of updates needed for the ABS website.
• Verify on a semi-annual basis that Survey Forms on ABS website are up to date.
• Propose Rule and Guide changes using NGRM
• Review Rule and Guide changes on behalf of Survey and to improve the documents.
• Prepare Proposed Rule Change content and presentation for Ship Operations Technical Committee Meeting.
• Run presentations and/or take notes during semi-annual Assistant Chief Surveyor meetings.
• Author articles for Monthly Newsletters.
• Advise on content for Learning Organization training courses, including Rule Change Updates for Surveyors.
• Run Freedom reports and analyze data as appropriate.
• Investigate, Manage, and/or Organize Vessel Incident Reports and VIR meetings, as assigned.
• Maintain the Unscheduled Inspection list on a monthly basis and notify the Chief Surveyor before the Class Committee Meetings.
• Maintain the Force Majeure list on a monthly basis and notify the Chief Surveyor before the Class Committee Meetings.
• Maintain the Targeted Ship list (TSL) on a monthly basis and deliver it to supervisor prior to the end of each month.
• Prepare internal and external letters for the Chief Surveyor's Office, including semi-annual Rule Change Letter to Vessel Owners
• Represent the Chief Surveyor's Center of Excellence in dealings with IMS to further the goals and needs of the office.
• Support Transfer of Class process, as assigned.
• Engages in contact with clients, internal and external, in order to resolve problems within area of responsibility.
• Process incoming/outgoing mail or technical data inquiries.
• Remains knowledgeable of new methods and developments affecting the technical scope of assigned responsibilities and makes recommendations for changes in the processes and programs as warranted by such developments.
• Devises new approaches to problems encountered and makes recommendations for changes in methods, procedures or application where necessary.
• Provide guidance, training, and supervision to other people, as assigned.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Qualifications from a tertiary institution within a relevant field of engineering or physical science (minimum two (2) year program); or
• Qualifications from a marine or nautical institution and relevant seagoing experience as a certificated ship officer, and
• Proficiency in the English language commensurate with the scope of statutory certification and services and, before assignment, with future work.
• Typically, an entry level position for new graduates and/or those candidates with less than five (5) years' experience in an applicable industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, and related instructions, as well as the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
• Knowledge of computer programs or software packages related to job responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate, orally and in writing, pertinent information relative to assigned area of technical expertise.
• Responsiveness to customers.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
• Proficiency in the English language.
• Ability to reference structural plans and to have a good understanding of shipbuilding practices and ship operations.
• Knowledge of ships' engineering systems and machinery.
• Ability to analyze problems and propose solutions.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to a Supervisor or Manager level position and does not have direct reports.

Notice:

This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company's verification that the candidate is a "U.S. Person" or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. "U.S. Persons" are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.

ABOUT US

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs

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