Plan Approval Surveyor

Bureau Veritas is an international organization where safety, quality and health always come first. We help our customers to present their organization with a high standard of quality and safety in the market through inspections, tests, validations and audits. We are a leader in testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services and we work with the biggest brands and companies around the world to ensure that they meet international standards and most importantly, that they keep their people and assets safe. We are looking for a Plan Approval Surveyor Electrical who wants to join us in our mission -
Shaping a World of Trust.
Join our team to
create a world of trust
About The Role
Within our Dutch Plan Approval department, our team of 40 employees are involved in researching and evaluating designs of ships and offshore installations against class rules and statutory regulations with regards to safety and the environment. In this we also act on behalf of a very large number of flag states.

As a Plan Approval Surveyor Electrical, you will assess design drawings of ships, with a focus on Electrical Systems and Automation. The drawings you assess concern various types of ships: yachts, work vessels, tankers, dredging and inland vessels. Almost all types of ships belong to your working area In addition to assessing these drawings, we help our customers with all kinds of different questions in the field of maritime regulations. It can be new construction or renovation and the demand can come from the shipyard, the engineering firm or the ship owner. We strive to provide our customers with the best possible service, in order to achieve a result that both meets the set requirements and is practically feasible. In addition to inspecting drawings, you are the point of contact for colleagues in the international Bureau Veritas network.

Working in the world of Maritime Technology: Assessing design drawings of ships, being the point of contact for our maritime customers and working
together with colleagues in an international team
About You
You are looking for a great technical career in the maritime sector. You want to be a specialist in your field and are naturally curious and eager to learn. Developments within the maritime industry are moving fast and we have to deal with constantly changing regulations. It is therefore important that you want to continue to develop yourself and we will help you with this

In Addition, You Recognize Yourself In The Following Profile

• Completed Bachelor or Master education in Electrical Engineering or related field;
• A number of years of experience in the maritime sector, experience with ship design is an advantage;
• You are able to start the conversation at all levels; You have good communication skills in Dutch and English;
• You are able to switch gears and keep an overview between multiple projects;
• You can work both independently and in a team.

What We Offer

• A salary that matches your responsibilities and experience;
• A maximum of 8% of your gross annual salary as a bonus based on achieved business results and personal goals;
• 24.5 vacation days and 3 ATV days per year (based on a 40-hour working week);
• Pension scheme based on a defined contribution scheme;
• Collective health insurance.

About Us
You can work hybrid with us: partly at our office in Rotterdam and from home. You can assume 3 days at the office and 2 days from home on a full-time basis. Or a division of 2 days at the office and 2 days at home with a 32-hour working week. You will work together with 5 colleagues in a close-knit international team in a good working atmosphere.

Do you recognize yourself in the above profile and have you become enthusiastic? Then we would like to meet you

Why work at Bureau Veritas
Every year, we welcome and train more than 13,000 dedicated, talented, and highly skilled engineers, technicians, inspectors, auditors, and support staff around the world. Our inclusive, collaborative, mission-driven environment ensures that your unique talents contribute to our mission to shape a better world. Being part of the BV family means that you can make your mark on
shaping a
world of trust
Do you want to be part of Bureau Veritas?
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Committed to an inclusive workplace
Bureau Veritas is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that is as diverse as the society in which we operate. We do not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, gender, background, socioeconomic status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, political affiliation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We strive to foster an inclusive culture where people can be themselves, experience a sense of belonging at Bureau Veritas, and thrive because "everyone can be a talent" based on performance and behaviors that align with our values.

Do you have questions about the role? Please contact our Corporate Recruiter Chaouki Touzani on or send an email to