Technical Compliance Officer (Inspections & Surveys)

Category:
Shore Side Engineer, Surveyor, Inspector Jobs
Vessel type:
Research / Survey 
Location:
London
Published:
March 17, 2026

An exciting opportunity to work with a well-established London based ship registry in the capacity of Technical Compliance Officer within the Inspections & Surveys Department.

To be considered, you should hold a Chief Engineer Unlimited or Master Mariner Unlimited license or a Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Naval Architecture.

Responsibilities

  • Provide assistance with queries from ship owners, managers, recognized organizations and other Departments in the Authority.
  • Manage and give oversight to the annual inspection regime and instigate appropriate follow-up measures as required.
  • Manage and give oversight to Port State detentions and initiate appropriate measures as required.
  • Conduct reviews for compliance with statutory requirements and issue appropriate certification.
  • Prepare and deliver departmental presentations whenever the need arises.
  • Conduct technical review of vessels proposed for registration and make appropriate recommendations to the Registrar.
  • Attend and, where instructed, lead and/or arrange meetings with clients, Recognised Organisations, inspectors and other stakeholders.
  • Act as the Emergency Response Officer for the Maritime Authority on a rotational basis.

Requirements

  • Hold or have held a recognised Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer Officer OR Master Mariner (STCW III/2), or Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant maritime discipline (e.g. Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ship Science, Marine Operations, Maritime Science, etc.).
  • Seagoing experience at senior level (Chief Engineer/Master preferred, minimum Second Engineer/ Chief Officer).
  • Survey experience with a recognised Classification Society or flag State Administration (highly desirable).
  • Member of a Recognised Professional Body (e.g. Royal Institution of Naval Architects, Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology) (preferred).
  • Fluent in both written and spoken English.
  • Must have the right to work in the UK.

The role is based in the London office (Hybrid) so you must live within a reasonable commute.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 15% non-contributory pension
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Interest free season ticket loan
  • Hybrid working