Marine Surveyor

We are currently seeking an experienced Marine Surveyor to join our team in Dakar, Senegal. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dynamic international group offering professional development, continuous training, and a highly competitive package.

Important: Applicants must be permanently resident in Senegal.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct cargo surveys on vessels, containers, terminals, warehouses, and other logistics sites.
• Attend inspections at the Port of Dakar and various locations throughout Senegal.
• Prepare detailed, accurate, and professional survey reports in English and French.
• Liaise with clients, shipowners, insurers, freight forwarders, terminals, and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with an international team of surveyors in Africa.
• Ensure high standards of technical reporting and communication.

Requirements

• Education: minimum Bachelor's degree (Bac +2) or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience within a marine surveying, loss adjusting, or inspection company.
• Experience working in the Port of Dakar environment.
• Familiarity with cargo inspections, container surveys, vessel operations, and port logistics.

Languages

• Fluent English and French (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• The initial interview will be conducted entirely in English.

Technical skills

• Excellent report-writing and drafting skills.
• Outstanding spelling, grammar, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Personal qualities

• Professional and autonomous.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple assignments.
• Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills.

What we offer

• Attractive salary package.
• Continuous training and professional development.
• Long-term career opportunities within an international group.
• Exposure to a wide variety of marine, cargo, and logistics assignments throughout Africa.

Urgent recruitment

This position is available immediately, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and cover letter in English to: caroline.paul@dpsurveys.com.

Only candidates meeting the above requirements and residing permanently in Senegal will be considered.