Senior Marine Cargo & Draft Surveyor — Frontier AI Research & Benchmarking

Operating at the intersection of enterprise data governance and foundation model alignment, ZR Talent Group is conducting an executive search for a distinguished Senior Marine Cargo & Draft Surveyor — Frontier AI Research & Benchmarking ($20 - $60/hour). This institutional engagement tasks qualified domain authorities in Container & Cargo Condition Survey, Draft Survey & Cargo Quantity Determination, Marine Survey Reporting & Standards with establishing empirical benchmark standards, auditing complex model reasoning chains, and validating multi-step autonomous workflows under strict enterprise evaluation criteria.

Operational Scope & Core Responsibilities

• Collaborate asynchronously through written and verbal communication channels, delivering insights and expertise to the project team.
• Reference and apply guidelines from organizations such as NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS where applicable.
• Review and assess digital imagery and documentation related to container and cargo condition at transfer and handover points.
• Analyze vessel draft marks and tank gauges to determine cargo quantity and integrity, applying marine measurement standards.
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate marine survey reports, articulating findings and professional reasoning for each surveyor’s call.
• Evaluate compliance with international marine survey standards and best practices in all deliverables.
• Provide actionable feedback to refine and improve AI data labeling and maritime decision-making processes.

Professional Background & Competencies

• Experience working in a remote, digital-first environment and engaging with cross-functional project teams.
• At least 7 years of professional experience conducting marine cargo and draft surveys, with a strong track record of independent or consultancy assignments.
• Certification from a recognized maritime academy or valid Certificate of Competency (CoC).
• Proficiency in container & cargo condition surveys, marine measurement protocols, and report writing to international standards.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret imagery and documentation remotely, confidently making surveyor’s calls with well-supported reasoning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity and detail in reporting and collaboration.
• Membership or accreditation with NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS is highly desirable.

Institutional Remuneration & Contract Specifications

• Compensation Rate: $20 - $60/hour (verified contractor remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: Container & Cargo Condition Survey, Draft Survey & Cargo Quantity Determination, Marine Survey Reporting & Standards
• Hiring Lead: Nathaniel Cross (Principal AI Placement Director) at ZR Talent Group

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