Americas In-Service Manager

Job ID:40463
 

Americas In-Service Manager

Location: Americas

What we’re looking for 

We are seeking a leader (Principal Surveyor/Specialist) to oversee the Americas regional FSD-IS team, ensuring swift, clear, and consistent classification decisions and guidance.

A professional committed to maintaining strong governance in line with LR’s procedures while driving continuous improvement initiatives. An expert with specialized knowledge and experience in their discipline, serving as a key member of the Classification Executive, contributing to strategic decision-making. A technical specialist providing expert support to Commercial, GTCC, and Operations management.

What we offer you 

• The opportunity to work for an organization that has a strong sense of purpose is values-driven and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programs.
• A permanent contract full-time employment

The role 

• You will become a voting member of LRs Classification Executive after suitable induction period , be responsible for decisions regarding postponements of surveys, lay-up and reactivation, confirmation of class, and enhanced survey under the authority of the Classification Committee as defined in FSDs procedures. Appropriately managing LRs technical risk.
• Monitor the team's caseload globally, own caseload, and adherence to classification procedures to ensure that defined standards and performance measures are upheld and ensure corrective procedures are enacted and communicated where required
• Monitor industry and competitor developments within the discipline, actively recommending areas for future research and development to enhance Lloyd’s Register’s competitive position.
• Lead projects for the development and improvement of global marine processes for the classification of vessels in accordance with  LR and FSD  strategy. Contribute to improving Lloyd’s Register’s competitive position through the accuracy, consistency, and speed of our response.
• Provide specialist support/advice within a discipline/area to internal/external clients.
• Audit and endorse survey reports issued globally, and ensure corrective action is implemented at the corporate level as applicable
• Pursue Continuous Professional Development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, accreditation schemes, legislation, and industry standards.
• Undertake administration as required in line with current processes and procedures.
• To work in accordance with professional codes of conduct and the LR Code of Ethics in IMS01.
• Mentor/coach other employees to achieve effective knowledge transfer and application.

What you bring

• A degree or equivalent from a tertiary organization recognized by Lloyd’s Register within the relevant field of engineering or physical science (minimum of two years program) or Qualifications from a marine or nautical institution and relevant sea-going experience as a certificated ship’s officer.
• Knowledge of marine classification and statutory certification surveys commensurate with practical experience of a wide variety of ship types gained by prior employment as a Lead Surveyor.
• Knowledge and experience in many asset types and standards including: Tanker, Bulk, GAS, PaX, floating offshore assets, Linkspans,  Tugs, Naval ships, Yachts, Boats, and diving systems or submersibles.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of marine classification processes and procedures.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
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You are someone who: 

• Has strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Brings demonstrable understanding of the Project Management process gained through experience and training.
• Holds high Proficiency in the English Language commensurate with the work.
• Having proficiency in the Spanish Language; would be an added advantage.

About us 

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.

Be a part of 

Lloyd’s Register is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that aims to engineer a safer world through promoting safety and education. For a thriving ocean economy, Lloyd’s Register colleagues and Lloyd’s Register Foundation work together to fund research, foster industry collaboration and develop action-oriented solutions to make the world a safer place. 

Want to apply. 

Here at Lloyd’s Register, we care, we share and we do the right thing in every situation. It’s ingrained in our culture and everything we do. We are committed, and continually strive, to lead with our values that empower and enable an inclusive environment conducive to your growth, development and engagement. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you have experienced, how you identify, how old you are, where you are from, what your beliefs are or how your brain or body works – the diversity of our colleagues is fundamental to our futures and the changes we can make together. Our inclusive culture allows us to connect together authentically and to be courageous and bold. We don’t just talk about our differences, we celebrate them! 

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you. 

 If you don't tick every box in these ads, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who share our goal of working together for a safer, sustainable, thriving ocean economy. 

We care, we share, we do the right thing.

If you have further questions about this role, please contact us at careers@lr.org and we will respond to you as soon as possible.

Diversity and Inclusion at Lloyd's Register:

Together we are one Lloyd’s Register, committed to developing an inclusive and safe workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity. We strive to ensure that all applicants to LR experience equality of opportunity and fair treatment, because we believe it is the right thing to do. We hope you do too.

   As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:

• ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
• communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
• anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
• at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people.

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