DRAUGHT SURVEYOR I (G/I)

Job Title: Draught Surveyor I
Entity: Bureau Veritas Liberia
Duty station: Buchanan, Liberia
BV Job Family: Production
Type of contract: Fixed Term
Report to: Draught Surveyor II
BV Global Job: Field Activities
Positions: Two (2)
Gross Salary: 1000 USD

Posting period: 13 November 2025 – 10 December 2025

OUR ABSOLUTES: ETHICS – SAFETY – FINANCIAL CONTROL

ROLE STATEMENT
In this position the person is responsible for the implementation of the strategy plan of the company
related to the BU.

1) TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Competent technical knowledge of taking Draught Survey measurements and observations of
cleanliness of the cargo vessels.
• Must conduct thorough and extensive surveys of the cargo vessel including ballast quantity.
Before delivery, a complete analysis of the entire vessel must be carried out, as this determines
the initial seaworthiness of the vessel.
• Ensure the shipowner that the vessel surveyed is in the best possible condition for sailing.
• Must have good communication, fluent in English and have interpersonal skills
• Must ascertain the load regulations and limits calculated for a vessel. Gross tonnage and
deadweight tonnage (DWT) are to be cross-checked with the values stored in the stability
handbook of the ship
• Undergo excellent record keeping; control of documents and records following ISO 17025
standards.
• Assist with sampling processes as needed.

2) QHSE MANAGEMENT
• Implement Group QHSE procedures in line with the delivery of service.
• In charge of the sampling and maintenance of sampling machine.
• Follow up company safety procedures and policies during execution of sampling activities
• Safety: Follow up and implement QHSE procedures to avoid FAT, LTR, TAR, ASR, Near Hits,
First Aids, causes of accidents
• Environmental: Contributes to reducing energy, water and paper consumption
• Quality: Follow up of customers’ expectations
• Prevention: Participate to HSE induction and Group safety campaigns.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Background
• BSc. Chemistry, Biochemistry, Mining, Engineering or related discipline
• At least 2 years’ experience of Surveying, Sampling and Sample preparation
• Computer skills

Common Competencies:
One Company Commitment
Embraces One Company attitude and commitment to Bureau Veritas; adopting a win-win attitude
across the BV network and contributes to the greater good of the company.

Teamwork
Working in partnership with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders; building and maintaining
supportive relationships, respecting diversity and cultural differences to achieve a common purpose.

Customer Focus
Have insight, ambition and expertise to deliver top-notched service, understanding needs of internal
and external stakeholders and providing focused, expertise-based services.

Problem Solving
Applying appropriate knowledge and expertise to analyze problems, opportunities and information in
a logical, structured manner and to identify and implement practical and creative solutions.

Decision Making
Ability to make timely and sound strategic decisions and judgment even in the face of uncertainty or
ambiguity, taking into consideration limitations, available resources and opportunities.

Setting Priorities
Setting clear goals and priorities and alignment of individual and team goals with organizations to
improve business performance.

Application Process
Please send electronic copies of a motivation letter, CV, scanned copies of all academic papers and
contact details of 2 professional referees to recruitmentlr@bureauveritas.com, reference
“Draught Surveyor I – BVL2505”.

Special Notice
Bureau Veritas does not request any payment or banking information at any stage of its selection
process: application, written tests, job interview. Only selected candidates will be subject to internal
administrative formalities.
Given the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for
further processing.
The selection process at Bureau Veritas can often involve several stages, including assessment tests
followed by a competency-based interview.
Bureau Veritas is committed to equal opportunity. We promote the professional integration, access
and retention of all qualified and competent people, including people with disabilities.