We Are Hiring

Careers

benefits and opportunities

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary
  • Professional development and industry training opportunities
  • Flexible schedule with remote work options
  • Allowance for industry events, memberships, and networking
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (depending on location)
  • Health benefits package
  • Opportunity to work in the exciting world of ships ports and yachting
  • Collaborative and supportive environment

our working culture

Work Environment

  • Home office-based with significant time spent in the field at marinas, boat shows, and client meetings
  • Some evening and weekend work required for industry events
  • Travel to boat shows and maritime events (regional and occasional national)
  • Professional maritime settings including yacht clubs, marinas, and boatyards
  • Client entertainment and networking activities

YOU CAN BE A SURVEYOR!

Career opportunities

CURRENT VACANCIES

Position summary

We are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth, establish strategic partnerships, and serve as the primary liaison between our surveying team and clients. This role combines sales, relationship management, and industry networking to position our services as the premier choice for marine surveying needs.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the marine, yachting, marine finance, and insurance sectors
  • Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets
  • Research market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities
  • Generate leads through networking, cold calling, referrals, and industry events
  • Present surveying services to prospective clients including yacht brokers, marinas, and dealerships
  • Prepare proposals, quotes, and service agreements for potential clients

Client Relations and Account Management

  • Serve as primary point of contact for clients throughout the survey process
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with yacht brokers, insurance companies, and lending institutions
  • Coordinate survey scheduling, logistics, and special requirements with clients
  • Ensure client expectations are clearly communicated to surveying team
  • Follow up post-survey to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns
  • Manage client database and maintain detailed records of all interactions

Industry Networking

  • Attend boat shows, maritime events, and industry conferences to represent the company
  • Develop partnerships with yacht clubs, marinas, and boatyards
  • Cultivate relationships with marine insurance brokers and underwriters
  • Network with yacht brokers and dealerships to become preferred surveyor
  • Join and actively participate in relevant marine industry associations
  • Build referral networks within the boating community

Administrative Duties

  • Maintain CRM system
  • Track sales pipeline and report on business development activities
  • Monitor client feedback and identify areas for service improvement
  • Maintain organised filing system for contracts, correspondence, and agreements

required qualifications

Experience & Background

  • Minimum 3-5 years in sales, business development, or account management
  • Experience in the marine industry preferred (boating, yachting, maritime services)
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
  • Experience working with high-net-worth individuals and corporate clients.

Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong presentation and persuasion abilities
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently
  • Exceptional organisational and time management skills
  • Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Comfortable with technology and learning new systems
  • Professional demeanor and appearance
  • Excellent knowledge of speaking and writing English. Other languages are beneficial.

Knowledge

  • Understanding of yacht surveying process and terminology (or willingness to learn)

Personal Attributes

  • Passion for boating and the marine lifestyle
  • Natural networker who builds relationships easily
  • Results-oriented with entrepreneurial mindset
  • Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
  • Adaptable and comfortable in dynamic environment
  • Professional integrity and trustworthiness

Position summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Yacht Surveyor to conduct inspections and assessments of yachts and pleasure craft for pre-purchase, insurance, valuation, and condition surveys. This role involves direct interaction with owners, buyers, brokers, and insurers in the luxury yachting sector.

Key Responsibilities

Surveying and Inspections

  • Conduct pre-purchase, condition, valuation, and insurance surveys on yachts
  • Inspect hull, deck, superstructure, rigging, machinery, electrical, and safety systems
  • Assess overall condition, maintenance standards, and compliance
  • Attend yachts at marinas, boatyards, and anchorages

Reporting and Advisory

  • Produce clear, client-friendly survey reports
  • Document findings with detailed notes and photographs
  • Advise clients on defects, maintenance requirements, and risks
  • Provide objective, independent assessments

Client interaction

  • Liaise with yacht owners, buyers, brokers, insurers, and marinas
  • Explain survey findings in a professional and accessible manner
  • Maintain strong client relationships through professionalism and reliability

required qualifications

Experience & Background

  • Marine technical background or relevant surveying qualification
  • Experience in yacht surveying, boat building, marine engineering, or yacht maintenance
  • Knowledge of yacht systems, construction methods, and materials
  • Experience with insurance and pre-purchase surveys preferred

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Comfortable working directly with high-net-worth clients
  • Ability to manage multiple surveys efficiently
  • Competent using digital reporting tools
  • Excellent knowledge of speaking and writing English. Other languages are beneficial.

Personal Attributes

  • Passion for boating and yachting
  • Professional, personable, and client-focused
  • Independent and self-driven
  • High ethical standards