Senior Ship Surveyors

The Senior Ship Surveyor oversees the regulatory and technical safety of the Kenyan maritime industry. This role involves high-level supervision of ship construction, technical evaluations, and compliance with international maritime standards to ensure vessels operate safely and sustainably within Kenyan waters.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises the work of Recognized Organizations (ROs).
• Oversees the building and conversion of Kenyan ships to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Supervises the performance of technical evaluations and calculations pertaining to ship safety equipment, machinery systems, and load lines.
• Manages compliance assessments regarding oil pollution prevention, hull structure, subdivision and stability, and tonnage.
• Supervises evaluations for structural fire protection, Noxious Liquid Substances (NLS) pollution, radio communications, and the carriage of dangerous chemicals or liquefied gases in bulk.
• Conducts surveys of Kenyan ships for the issuance of mandatory ship certificates.
• Inspects small vessels for safety compliance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Environment, or Nautical Science.
• Professional Certifications: Certificate of Competency III/I – STCW 1978 (as amended) and Certificate of Competency II/I – STCW 1978 (as amended).
• Training: Completion of a Supervisory Course lasting at least two weeks.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of professional experience, specifically at the level of a senior officer.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply online through the Kenya Maritime Authority recruitment portal. To apply, visit recruitment.kma.go.ke or follow the application link at https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1209916.