How to hire a marine cargo surveyor

How to hire a marine cargo surveyor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step marine cargo surveyor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a marine cargo surveyor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new marine cargo surveyor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the marine cargo surveyor you need to hire. Certain marine cargo surveyor roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A marine cargo surveyor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, marine cargo surveyors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of marine cargo surveyors.

   Type of Marine Cargo Surveyor	Description	Hourly rate
   Marine Cargo Surveyor		$14-75

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Petroleum Products

   Responsibilities:

   • Implement logistics support plan to manage advance shipment of hazardous goods to area of responsibility.
   • Operate all forklifts and container handling equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to establish regulations and policies.
   • Perform emergency marine salvage response and shipboard firefighting.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your marine cargo surveyor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A marine cargo surveyor can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, marine cargo surveyors' average salary in wyoming is 43% less than in illinois.
   • Seniority. Entry-level marine cargo surveyors 81% less than senior-level marine cargo surveyors.
   • Certifications. A marine cargo surveyor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a marine cargo surveyor's salary.

   Average marine cargo surveyor salary

   $69,272yearly

   $33.30 hourly rate

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   Entry-level marine cargo surveyor salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average marine cargo surveyor salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Illinois	$88,962	$43
   2	Illinois	$87,820	$42
   3	Iowa	$84,531	$41
   4	Illinois	$82,441	$40
   5	Iowa	$81,246	$39
   6	Iowa	$80,677	$39
   7	Illinois	$80,323	$39
   8	Iowa	$76,602	$37
   9	Michigan	$75,297	$36
   10	Michigan	$73,994	$36
   11	Michigan	$73,013	$35
   12	New Jersey	$69,732	$34
   13	New Jersey	$69,278	$33
   14	New York	$69,168	$33
   15	Texas	$68,100	$33
   16	Texas	$67,959	$33
   17	Texas	$67,936	$33
   18	Texas	$67,928	$33
   19	Indiana	$65,902	$32
   20	Louisiana	$59,646	$29

   Average marine cargo surveyor salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Moran Transportation Company Inc	$127,211	$61.16
   2	Sedgwick LLP	$100,327	$48.23	20

4. Writing a marine cargo surveyor job description

   A good marine cargo surveyor job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a marine cargo surveyor job description:

   Marine cargo surveyor job description example

   **The 'Apply with SEEK' option will be utilized for International applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply to you please use the 'Apply' option.**
   Marine & Cargo Adjuster
   
   IF YOU CARE, THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE
   
   For a career path that is both challenging and rewarding, join Sedgwick's talented team of 27,000 colleagues around the globe. Sedgwick is a leading provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Millions of people and organizations count on Sedgwick each year to take care of their needs when they face a major life event or something unexpected happens. Whether they have a workplace injury, suffer property or financial loss or damage from a natural or manmade disaster, are involved in an auto or other type of accident, or need time away from work for the birth of a child or another medical situation, we are here to provide compassionate care and expert guidance. Our clients depend on our talented colleagues to take care of their most valuable assets-their employees, their customers and their property. At Sedgwick, caring counts . Join our team of creative and caring people of all backgrounds, and help us make a difference in the lives of others.
   
   **PRIMARY PURPOSE** **:** To process and resolve marine claims for customers; to maintain communication, and to provide detailed explanation of settlement and fees.
   
   **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
   
   + Investigates the cause and extent of the damages, obtains appropriate documentation, and issues settlement.
   
   + Receives and reviews new claims and maintains data integrity in the claims system.
   
   + Assigns surveyors as needed.
   
   + Reviews survey reports and insurance policies for proper coverage.
   
   + Prepares settlement documents and requests payment for the claim and expenses.
   
   + Determines coverage of claims with proper limits and deductibles in accordance with policy information.
   
   + Works with outside engineers, surveyors and various vendors.
   
   + Conducts claim file activities including evaluation, investigation, litigation management & resolution.
   
   + \#LI-JM1
   
   **ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
   
   + Performs other duties as assigned.
   
   + Supports the organization's quality program(s).
   
   + Travels as required.
   
   **QUALIFICATIONS**
   
   **Education & Licensing**
   
   Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Valid driver's license and current insurance coverage required, along with motor vehicle record that meets necessary requirements. Appropriate state adjuster license is required.
   
   **Experience**
   
   Three (3) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
   
   **Skills & Knowledge**
   
   + Knowledge of standard marine policies
   
   + Good oral and written communication skills
   
   + PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
   
   + Good customer service skills
   
   + Good organizational skills
   
   + Ability to work independently and in a team environment
   
   + Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
   
   **WORK ENVIRONMENT**
   
   When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
   
   **Mental** **:** Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
   
   **Physical** **:** Computer keyboarding, travel as required
   
   **Auditory/Visual** **:** Hearing, vision and talking
   
   **NOTE** **:** Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
   
   The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
   
   Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right marine cargo surveyor for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your marine cargo surveyor job on Zippia to find and recruit marine cargo surveyor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting marine cargo surveyors requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new marine cargo surveyor

   Once you've selected the best marine cargo surveyor candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new marine cargo surveyor first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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