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Ship Surveyor - Papeete, French Polynesia (F/M)

Location: 

Papeete, Other/Not Applicable, PF

Type of contract:  Permanent
Posting date:  16 Oct 2026
Job offer reference:  217636

Join a global leader in maritime classification and certification

Your career is about more than building a CV – it's a chance to LeaveYourMark.

 

Joining Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore means becoming part of a key player in maritime classification and certification. With decades of expertise, we support innovation and the transition of the sector by ensuring the safety, performance, and sustainability of ships, offshore infrastructures, and maritime equipment.

 

Based in Papeete, you will be the technical reference for ship compliance across the islands of French Polynesia.

 

Join a dynamic team: Within a team of experts, you will act as the technical reference and field expert on assignments aimed at verifying the technical compliance of ships with applicable standards.

 

Your main responsibilities:

Conduct surveys of ships in service, classed and non-classed, assessing compliance with applicable regulations and Bureau Veritas rules

The role involves inter-island travel within French Polynesia.

 

Your strengths to succeed:

  • Education and experience: with a higher education background in shipbuilding or naval engineering, or as a former Merchant Navy officer, you have at least 5 years of experience and knowledge of propulsion and onboard systems, electricity, and naval architecture.
  • Personal qualities: you demonstrate rigor, strong team spirit, autonomy, and solid analytical and synthesis skills.
  • Language skills: your proficiency in English enables you to communicate effectively with clients, teams, and our international network.
  • You are comfortable with IT tools and have strong writing and interpersonal skills.

 

Compensation and conditions:

  • Salary: 350,000 to 450,000 XPF gross per month, paid over 12 months, depending on profile and experience
  • Permanent contract under local French Polynesian law. This is not an expatriate position.
  • Company vehicle provided for professional travel
  • Training: access to a language-learning platform, e-learning courses, and technical training paths

 

Why choose Bureau Veritas?

You will join an international network recognized for its technical expertise. We support our people throughout their careers through technical training and continuous professional development, keeping them at the forefront of emerging technologies.

 

Convinced that diversity is a strength, we are committed to providing an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can contribute to the company's success. We promote gender equality and support the professional integration, access, and retention of people with disabilities.

 

Ready to take on exciting challenges? Join us in shaping a better maritime world!

 

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