Job Title: Seismic Vessel Auditor
Duration: Short term Schedule: On-site Location: Vigo, Spain
This opportunity is with a geoscience, interpretation, operations and marketing company seeking an experienced marine professional to carry out a focused audit of a seismic survey vessel during a scheduled dockside window in Spain. The role offers the chance to deliver an independent technical assessment covering vessel condition, operational readiness, safety management systems and regulatory compliance. It is well suited to candidates with strong vessel inspection, offshore operations and maritime assurance expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct a full onboard inspection of the seismic survey vessel and associated equipment.
- Review vessel certifications, statutory documentation and class records.
- Assess compliance with applicable international maritime regulations.
- Inspect vessel safety systems, emergency preparedness arrangements and operational procedures.
- Evaluate bridge, deck, engine room and marine operational practices.
- Review maintenance systems and planned maintenance records.
- Verify HSE policies, procedures and implementation onboard.
- Assess environmental compliance and pollution prevention measures.
- Conduct interviews with key vessel personnel where required.
- Identify non-conformances, observations and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare a detailed audit report with findings, recommendations and supporting evidence.
- Present findings to relevant stakeholders on completion of the inspection.
- Provide a compliance assessment summary, recommendations for corrective actions and operational improvements, and supporting photographic evidence where appropriate.