Marine/Naval Architect

Bureau Veritas Australia – Marine and Offshore division is seeking an Marine/ Naval Architect Engineer to contribute to the growth of our Seaworthiness and Regulatory Advisory business.

The role:

The incumbent will play a pivotal role in the development and implementation of a comprehensive Seaworthiness Regulatory Framework for our client. This framework will represent a contemporary and fit-for-purpose approach to seaworthiness regulation, supporting Australia's sovereign interests into the future. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a talented engineer with a strong foundation in engineering principles to transition into the domain of regulatory framework development and management.

You will contribute to the drafting of new policy, regulations and procedures for seaworthiness; draft acceptable means of compliance and guidance material; and also assist the regulated community with the development of compliance submissions, permits and approvals on behalf of the seaworthiness regulator.

The Incumbent will play a pivotal role in the development and implementation of an Australian Naval Classification Framework for our client. This framework will represent a contemporary and fit-for-purpose approach to Naval Classification, supporting Australia's sovereign interests into the future. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a talented engineer with a strong foundation in engineering principles to transition into the domain of regulatory framework development and management. You will contribute to the development and maintenance of Naval Classification Rules and applying the new Naval Classification Framework.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the drafting of the Australian Naval Classification Rules, processes and procedures for Australian Naval Classification
• Support the assessment of Australian Naval Classification Basis.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Coordinate with the Senior Engineer to ensure alignment with regulatory standards and project objectives, including leadership, risk management, compliance, accountability, and transparency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop engineering solutions.
• Review engineering documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participate in meetings with stakeholders and provide engineering insights as needed.
• Support the implementation of engineering policies and procedures to enhance project efficiency.
• Contribute to the development of technical reports and documentation as required.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues and recommending corrective actions to resolve them.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, developments, and emerging technologies to support continuous improvement initiatives.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

• Bachelor qualification in marine engineering, naval architecture or related discipline, and relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years of experience working in the maritime engineering or a regulatory field.
• Must hold on commencement an Australian Government Security clearance.
• Familiarity with work health and safety and environmental compliance.
• Knowledge of Australian and International maritime conventions and laws, and/or the Defence regulatory environment/s.
• Considerable analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes knowledge sharing and teamwork.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

What BV will offer you:

• A workplace certified as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute.
• Competitive salary packaging (including annual reviews).
• Salary packaging options.
• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 access to off-site, independent, confidential, professional guidance and counselling.

• Access to:

• Coursera - a digital learning platform offering over 7,000 courses in partnership with renowned universities and global corporations.

• GoFluent – supporting staff to develop their language proficiency offering staff access to Language Academy, Individual Lessons and Conversation Classes.
• Cliqit - Access to corporate benefits and discounts through our Employee Benefit Platform.
• Flu Shots, and Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa.

• Global Career Mobility and Mentoring Opportunities.

• Employee Recognition Programs.

• Commitment to pay equity.
• Defence Leave Entitlements.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Leave for Cultural Events.

This role offers more than building a resume—it's a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity, and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.