SGS is a world leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. SGS operates a network of approximately 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide, employing over 89,000 people. Across the globe, SGS stands 100% for passion, pride, and innovation.

Our Natural Resources – Oil, Gas & Chemicals business line conducts port-bound inspections, verifications, and analyses in the oil and (petro)chemical industry. The activities mainly involve performing quantitative and qualitative inspections and analyses on a wide range of liquid petroleum and petrochemical products.

SGS Netherlands is looking for a Marine & Ship Vetting Services Employee. Do you have experience as a Deck Officer or 1st mate on board an oil, chemical or gas tanker? Then we are looking for you!

As a Marine & Ship Vetting Services employee, you will check online at the customer's request, using various systems, whether the ship falls within the standards in terms of safety and quality. To this end, you will make, among other things: use of the following systems: CDI, OCIMF/SIRE, and various settings related to vetting.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Follow-up and execution of the daily ship vetting requests of the clients;
• Initiating and approving ship inspections at the request of our clients in consultation with the ship owners;
• Appointing and communicating with internal and external inspectors;
• Evaluating and reviewing inspection reports;
• Testing ships at the Port State Controls;
• Testing the quality of the classification office, flag state and operator;
• Making analyses of shipping accidents and adjusting the status of the ship.

Because you have worked as a Deck Officer or 1st mate, you are familiar with the daily practice on board ships and you have knowledge of different ship types, navigation, cargo handling and safety procedures. You have an excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbally and in writing.

In order to be able to serve our clients in the right way, the Marine & Ship Vetting Services department works in alternating shifts, so some flexibility in availability is required of you. Do you like to work in the office, from home or from another location? Hybrid working is possible in this department!

We would like to see the following knowledge and experience on your CV:

• A completed college education in a nautical field;
• Experience as a Deck Officer or Mate on board oil, chemicals and gas tankers.

With us, you will have an independent and versatile role with a lot of responsibility. We place great emphasis on your personal and professional growth and development.

In addition, we offer you:

• A salary in line with your knowledge, experience, and the responsibilities of the role

• 8% holiday allowance

• Opportunities for further development within SGS

• Participation in the pension scheme with a fixed employee contribution of 6%

• Participation in the SGS sports and cycling program

• An active employee association: become a member and enjoy fun activities and events

Is this the job you are looking for? Apply now! If you want to know more, our Corporate Recruiter Anne Martiene Gerritsen will be happy to help: +31 6 51209983

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