Senior Surveyor / Senior Technical Advisor

Take yourself and your career further – Senior Surveyor / Senior Technical Advisor

Norwegian Hull Club is a world leader in international marine and offshore energy insurance, with offices in Bergen, Oslo and London. We know that our success depends on our people and, right now, we have an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Surveyor / Sr. Technical Advisor.

Join our Technical Department in Bergen in this exciting role and you will enjoy being part of an inclusive organisation in a truly international environment. We are dedicated to diversity in the workplace, where experience and fresh perspectives combine to help us deliver on our 'Expect more' ethos.

We believe in long-term relationships – whether with our clients or our employees. There are great  opportunities in Norwegian Hull Club for professional and personal development, building a rewarding career in a global, forward-leaning company, supported by fantastic colleagues.

Who we’re after

In order to provide first-class technical support to our Claims Department, as well as being an ambassador for The Club when meeting a diverse range of external parties, we’re looking for a technically competent person with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ideally, you possess solid, relevant experience that you can draw upon in order to deliver superior technical support and advice, as well as conduct surveys and issue survey reports.

Our preferred candidate will also:

• Have a proactive approach and the confidence to make decisions

• Be able to rapidly understand clients’ needs and provide the support required

• Be objective, with an analytic and structured mindset

• Be open, with high standards of integrity

• Be a team player who can work independently when required

Given the international nature of our business, travel is to be expected with this position. Candidates should also possess a strong command of English, both verbal and written. A willingness to learn Norwegian (if this is not your first language) will be considered an advantage. 

Preferred qualifications and experience

• Relevant technical education to a recognised standard (relevant  experience will be taken into account)

• Solid, practical professional experience from the shipping / offshore industry

• Professional competence with digital tools, and a desire to actively use and develop new technology within The Club to increase its service offering

• Knowledge of international marine insurance is desirable but not essential.

Main responsibilities and tasks will include:

1) Marine Survey / technical support

• Providing technical knowledge and competence at Norwegian Hull Club

• Ensuring technical support / advisory is available, primarily to Claims Handlers

   but also to Underwriters and the Assured

• Conducting or assisting with surveys and survey reporting, co-operating with the

   assigned Claims Handler and Adjuster and / or the appointed Surveyor and specialist

• Assisting Owners, Surveyors and Claims Handlers with The Club’s “Claim Statement”

• Supporting  on Loss of Hire claims; actively focusing on the potential of reducing duration of repairs

• Contributing with knowledge sharing / experience transfer - technical loss prevention.

2) Specification and tendering

• Supporting Owners with, or preparing / producing damage specifications and participating in the tendering   process for significant damages

• Providing assistance with general condition of tendering and contract proposals

• Participating in invoice negotiations at the completion of repairs.

3) Survey network and specialists

• Evaluating and developing The Club’s network of Surveyors and specialists.

4) Projects

• As a part of the Claims Department in Norwegian Hull Club, you will participate in

   the continuous development of the company’s services and products, including the

   increased degree of automatization and digitalization.

Not your average workplace

Norwegian Hull Club ranks among the largest pure marine insurers in the world. We have grown rapidly for the past decade and, today, enjoy being a dynamic workplace with a good mix of employees of all ages, nationalities, educational backgrounds and experience.

Together, this creates a solid and comprehensive platform of competence that makes Norwegian Hull Club able to state "Expect more" with confidence.

One of our core values is sharing, especially when it comes to knowledge. That’s why our work culture is one that stimulates, whether it be through insightful experience transfer or learning sessions. We also hold various social events that help reinforce our ‘One Team, One Company’ approach. 

For the right applicant, we can offer an interesting position with good possibilities for professional and personal development, in addition to a competitive compensation package.

Questions? Would you like to apply? 

If you would like to know more about this position, please contact Steinar Sivertsen (+47) 995 59 577 / steinar.sivertsen at norclub.com or Aage Solberg (+47) 911 74 238 / aage.solberg at norclub.com

Register your interest by uploading your CV and diplomas as soon as possible.

Deadline for applications is 26.12.2023