Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor

The work

You will use professional maritime judgment to review digital evidence and improve how AI systems interpret cargo condition, survey findings, and maritime decisions. The work is remote and includes written and verbal collaboration.

• Review container and cargo imagery and documentation at transfer and handover points.
• Read vessel draft marks, tank gauges, and hydrometers to calculate cargo quantity and assess cargo integrity.
• Prepare concise marine survey reports that explain findings and the reasoning behind each decision.
• Assess survey deliverables against international marine survey standards and professional best practices.
• Give practical feedback to improve AI data labeling and maritime decision-making.

What it pays and takes

• Pay: $20 to $60 per hour.
• Schedule: Part time, with less than 20 hours per week.
• Work arrangement: Remote contractor role.
• Location: Open to candidates in selected countries across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, India, Singapore, and South Africa.
• Language: Professional fluency in English.
• Experience: At least seven years conducting marine cargo and draft surveys.
• Required knowledge: Draft marks, tank gauges, hydrometers, cargo quantity calculations, container and cargo condition surveys, and marine measurement protocols.
• Required credential: A recognized maritime academy credential or a valid Certificate of Competency.
• Other requirements: Strong written and verbal communication, professional report writing, remote interpretation of imagery and documents, and sound reasoning.
• Helpful background: NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS membership or accreditation; independent or consultancy work; remote digital work; and cross-functional project collaboration.

How it works

Apply on OpenTrain with your resume, then complete the application on the hiring site.

About AI training work

AI training work uses human review to help artificial intelligence learn from examples such as documents, images, and written decisions. Experienced professionals are needed when the work depends on careful judgment in a specialized field such as marine surveying.