Plan Approval Surveyor – Tonnage (Hybrid, Rotterdam)

About the role

Within the Dutch Plan Approval department, a team of 40 professionals researches and evaluates ship and offshore installation designs against class rules and statutory regulations for safety and the environment. As a Plan Approval Surveyor – Tonnage you will perform tonnage calculations and issue certificates for the ITC 69 convention and SUEZ Canal tonnage regulations for a variety of vessel types.

Key responsibilities

• Perform tonnage calculations for yachts, work vessels, tankers, dredging and cargo ships.
• Issue certificates in line with ITC 69 convention and SUEZ Canal tonnage regulations.
• Assess ship design drawings and serve as the primary contact for maritime customers.
• Collaborate with an international team while managing multiple projects.

Required profile

• Completed mbo‑4 in Maritime Engineering or a related field.
• Several years of experience in the maritime sector; ship design or onboard experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills in Dutch and English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, handling multiple projects simultaneously.

Required skills

• Tonnage calculations.
• Knowledge of the ITC 69 convention.
• Knowledge of SUEZ Canal tonnage regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret ship design drawings.

What we offer

• Salary matching experience and skill level.
• Bonus up to 8 % of gross annual salary based on business results and personal goals.
• 24.5 vacation days plus 3 ATV days per year (40‑hour week).
• Defined‑contribution pension scheme.
• Collective health insurance.