Mechanical Surveyor - Portsmouth, United Kingdom - KBS Maritime Limited

KBS Maritime Limited

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Portsmouth, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Description

KBS Maritime is Joint Venture (JV) that delivers Asset Management, Facilities Management and Energy Solutions across the maritime and defence environments. With parent companies KBR and BAE Systems the JV has the pedigree of two huge companies, but we have the ethos of a small business where our people are valued and empowered to succeed. It's a great place to work and we bring opportunity to all our team.

Role Description
The Mechanical Surveyor role is an integral part of the multi-disciplined team of surveyors within the Surveys Dept.

He or she will be working within a team of Mechanical, B&CE, 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.

Role Purpose

We require you to:

Undertake general surveys and provide recommendations with regard to Survey Requests generated via the Company Help Desk.
Assess and provide specific insight into the condition, performance and operational risk of Mechanical systems by undertaking nonintrusive inspections
Undertake surveys of mechanical and saltwater systems to asset Level 4 in accordance with Asset Physical Condition Grading Methodology (APCGM)
Provide Technical Reports with regard to Specification 024 (Spec 024) asset types, e.g. Penstocks, Caissons and mechanical / maritime infrastructure
Be able to display a knowledge of and understanding of statutory requirements, current regulations and Approved Codes of Practice with regard to the above
Inspect and Report on Lock & Dock mechanical material state matters as per the survey schedule
Provide Technical advice to the Waterfront Operations, Maintenance and Project teams.
Ensure the Lock & Dock Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance processes are fit for purpose.
Attend Lock & Dock Review meetings as necessary
Assist with the writing of Asset Technical Specifications, Statement of Requirements and advise on generation of NB Asset Standards
Assist with the writing of KBS Maritime business cases
Input into Lock & Dock Closures Mechanical Safe to Operate Certificates
Input into the NB Saltwater System Investment Strategy.
To advise and inform the Client with regard to the material state of assets whilst maintaining and promoting best practice and value for money
Demonstrate commercial awareness and be able to assess value for money for asset/repair work carried out.
Provide a comprehensive overview of Naval Base assets based on desktop and physical surveys, professional training, knowledge and experience
Provide option studies, feasibility studies and cost estimates at the behest of the Client
Be a good communicator.
Provide technical support to other departments and the Customer

Role Responsibilities
As part of delivering this role, you will typically be:

Working with the Surveys Lead and the Mechanical Surveyors and Estates Surveyors to ensure that all planned surveys are carried out as per the Planned Maintenance survey programme
Carry out a wide range of surveying related duties across the Naval Base including but not restricted to:
Professional assessment of the requirement
Provide a detailed summary of the item(s) under inspection
Liaise with client with regard to the options available
Consider all H&S and Environmental issues
Consult with service provider / subcontractor with regard to deliverables, fitness for purpose and value for money
Maintain all Estate reporting mechanisms in accordance with Company related quality guidelines and adherence to H&S and environmental issues
Populate and maintain all electronic data collection using internal databases
Provide all relevant data and information for projects entered onto the FWP (Forward Works Plan)
Provide accurate appraisals of mechanical systems, infrastructure and utilities based on knowledge, experience and professional training
Be organised and methodical when undertaking surveys, preparing or managing appointments and workload priorities
Adopt a professional approach to all aspects of the role and be aware of the need to provide a duty of care to clients and colleagues.

Key Experience:

To succeed, you will ideally have:

Experience within a Mechanical and / or Marine Engineering background.
PC Literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CAD Tools.
Awareness of Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment tools, including Fault Tree Analysis.
Confined Space and Working at Height qualified essential (able to climb ladders 2030 meter with BA working with fall arrest etc)
At least five year's technical / surveying experience gained working in a Mechanical and / or Marine Engineering environment
Have a good knowledge of mechanical technology and pathology
To be able to operate at a fully competent level working as part of a team and independently at times
Be able to display a knowledge of and understanding of