Job Title: Mechanical Surveyor  

Location: Portsmouth (HM Naval Base)

Service Area: Surveys, Asset Management

Hours of Work: 37 Per week

Salary: Competitive

What You’ll be doing:

The Mechanical Surveyor role is an integral part of the multi-disciplined team of surveyors as part of the wider Asset Management space, within the Surveys Dept. You’ll be working within a team of Mechanical, Building and M&E surveyors providing thorough analysis of mechanical defects and compiling detailed reports/scopes of work of desired solutions and cost estimates of proposed works.

Bu undertaking surveys of mechanical and saltwater systems to asset Level 4 in accordance with Asset Physical Condition Grading Methodology (APCGM training will be provided), you’ll undertake general surveys and provide recommendations with regard to survey requests generated via the Company Help Desk. In addition, the Mechanical Surveyor will assess and provide specific insight into the condition, performance and operational risk of Mechanical systems by undertaking non-intrusive inspections

Additionally, you’ll provide technical advice to the Waterfront Operations, Maintenance and Project teams. With the provision of technical Reports with regard to maritime asset types, e.g. Penstocks, Caissons and mechanical / maritime infrastructure, you’ll provide accurate appraisals of mechanical systems, infrastructure and utilities based on knowledge, experience and professional training.

You’ll Have:

Ideally, you’ll hold a minimum HNC in a mechanical and / or surveying / engineering discipline and have relevant working exposure with managing safety, PUWER, LOLER and Safe systems of work for high-risk operations. Confined Space and Working at Height qualified, although training can be provided. These qualifications are essential to the role so you must be fit and able to ascend ladders and be comfortable working in areas deemed to be confined spaces.

With at least five year’s technical / surveying experience gained working in a Mechanical and / or Marine Engineering environment (desirable), you’ll be able to display a knowledge of and understanding of statutory requirements, current regulations, Health & Safety legislation and approved codes of practice with regard to the above. You’ll also be aware of HAZID (Hazard Identification) and Risk Assessment tools and have strong awareness of environmental management.

About you:

You’ll be PC Literate, working knowledge of Windows applications including MS Word, Excel, Outlook etc. and will preferably hold an appropriate health and safety qualification. You’ll also champion interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with confidence in your own ability with a respectful, tolerant and approachable attitude to colleagues and the Customer alike. Technical simplification – ability to articulate complex data & information detail to internal and external stakeholders at all levels and technical ability. To be able to work as part of a team and independently when required.

You’ll get:

• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues
• Cycle to work scheme
• Group income protection
• Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)
• Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position.
• Continued professional career development
• Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)
• Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services
• 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard

Application process:

Applicants are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of Friday 11^th July 2025 with a view of interviews scheduled to commence week commencing Monday 21^st July 2025. For all queries, please contact recruitment@kbsmaritime.com in the first instance who will advise accordingly.

About Us:

At KBS Maritime, we’re not just another company – we’re an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy.

With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy’s surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that’s unlike any other.

By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK’s National Defence and Security. But it’s not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed.