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Who are we? Global Maritime is a leading marine, offshore, and engineering consultancy that offers intellectually stimulating work within a deeply collaborative culture and with uniquely supportive leadership. This environment creates a culture where talented professionals truly thrive. At the heart of what we do are extraordinary challenges. We directly contribute to unique, often world-first projects on the global stage. We are driven by a vibrant culture of innovation, including dedicated R&D, advanced in-house software, and the freedom to develop your own ideas. This rapid exposure across the entire spectrum of marine, offshore, and engineering consultancy accelerates your expertise like nowhere else.
Welcoming you to our team: The Marine Services team in Abu Dhabi plays an integral role in supporting marine operations, vessel assurance, Dynamic Positioning (DP) activities, offshore projects and technical consultancy services across the global energy and maritime sectors. Based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and reporting to the Marine Services Technical Lead, Abu Dhabi, you will join a highly experienced team of marine surveyors and consultants delivering services throughout the Middle East and internationally.
As a Gradaute Marine & DP Technical Surveyor, you will follow a structured development programme designed to build your technical expertise through mentoring, formal training and practical project experience. You will gain exposure to vessel inspections, marine engineering systems, DP technology, offshore operations, Marine Warranty Survey activities and technical reporting while working alongside industry-leading professionals. The role would suit a practical engineer looking to broaden their skills across a wide range of disciplines and has an interest in helping operations develop from the drawing board to execution.
What does success look like in this position? In this role, success means developing a strong technical understanding of vessel systems, marine engineering principles and Dynamic Positioning technology while applying that knowledge in real operational environments. You will steadily build confidence in reviewing technical documentation, vessel drawings, specifications and marine procedures, whilst producing clear, accurate and professional technical reports. You will become a trusted and reliable member of the team by actively participating in vessel attendances, inspections, DP Annual Trials, DP FMEA Proving Trials and offshore operations. Success also means demonstrating curiosity, initiative and a commitment to learning, consistently applying feedback from mentors and experienced surveyors to strengthen your technical and professional capabilities.
As your competence develops, you will take increasing ownership of technical tasks, contribute effectively to project delivery and support the safe execution of marine and offshore operations. Your ability to work collaboratively, maintain detailed project records, communicate technical findings clearly and adapt to travel and offshore working requirements will be essential to your continued growth and success within the role.
How you make an impact: As our Trainee Technical Surveyor, you will make a significant impact by developing the next generation of marine and Dynamic Positioning technical expertise within Global Maritime. Through structured training, practical project exposure and mentorship, you will support the delivery of high-quality marine assurance, consultancy and technical survey services across a wide range of marine and offshore projects.
You will contribute to vessel inspections, DP trials, technical reviews and offshore operations, helping ensure that vessels and marine assets operate safely, efficiently and in compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements. By supporting technical assessments, reviewing engineering documentation and assisting with the preparation of detailed reports, you will help provide clients with confidence in their assets, operations and project execution plans.
Your contributions will support the successful delivery of marine consultancy assignments, strengthen our technical capability and help maintain the high standards of quality, safety and professionalism expected by our clients. As your knowledge and competence grow, you will play an increasingly important role in delivering independent technical input that supports both operational excellence and the continued growth of our Marine Services business.
Your starting point when you join:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent recognised qualification in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Aeronautics, Mechatronics, Control and Automation Engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline.
- Good understanding of fundamental engineering principles and a strong interest in developing a career within marine consultancy, marine assurance and Dynamic Positioning.
- Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical information and engineering documentation.
- Understanding of CAD systems and/or engineering drawings would be advantageous.
- Good written and verbal English communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and accurate technical reports and documentation.
- Competent user of Microsoft Office applications.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally and at short notice, including attendance onboard vessels, shipyards, marine facilities and offshore installations.
- Ability and willingness to work safely within marine, offshore and industrial environments.
- Previous sea-going experience, a Certificate of Competency or DP Operator/Maintenance certification is not required but may be considered beneficial.
- Commitment to undertaking and maintaining the offshore medical, safety and survival training required to safely perform offshore assignments.
- To act within the powers of their role, leading by example and following GM compliance, ethics and company values.
Working with us Global Maritime stands out as the premier destination for any maritime professional due to our unique blend of technical opportunities – the chance to shape the industry's future on globally significant, cutting-edge projects – within a genuinely supportive and collaborative international community. This is all combined and led with leadership that actively mentors your growth within an empowering non-political environment.
At Global Maritime, you'll find an exceptionally supportive and collaborative environment. We cultivate close-knit global teams built on transformative relationships, not transactional ones. Expect transparent, two-way communication and a genuine sense of community, fostered through shared celebrations, activities, and a commitment to social responsibility. This ensures you feel connected, valued, and part of a cohesive international network focused on making a positive real-world impact.
Your journey will be guided by leaders defined by integrity, accessibility, and honest investment in your growth. You can expect clear strategic direction, open communication channels right up to the CEO, and a transparent Career Framework. You'll be mentored and developed by recognized industry thought leaders within an informal, flat structure where data drives decisions. This ensures you're empowered, supported, and valued as an individual, never just a cog in the machine.
