Paint & Outffiting Surveyor, Leisure Cruises - Orient Express (H/F/X)

ORIENT EXPRESS  

Artisan of Travel since 1883 Orient Express is a legendary brand, steeped in history and loved by past, present and future generations. Representing the pinnacle of ultra-luxury hospitality within Accor Group, this brand is currently going through exciting phases of rebirth and expansion.   

Orient Express embodies the refined nomadic spirit of travel, inviting each traveler to a place where the journey is the destination. Bringing awe-inspiring travel experiences to a new generation of adventurers, its exceptional portfolio includes The Orient Express, with its original carriages reimagined as the new embassy of French luxury; Orient Express La Dolce Vita, a train embodying the 'Made in Italy' way; Orient Express Silenseas - the world’s largest sailing ship; and hotels coming to Rome and Venice.   

Progressively shaping the future of luxury hospitality, Orient Express is focusing on employee journey and growth.  

Orient Express Silenseas

140 years after the launch of its first luxury trains, the Orient Express legend continues with the launch of the world's largest sailing ships, the Orient Express Silenseas. A revolution in maritime history, and a fabulous project that pushes back the limits of what is possible. The result of a unique French partnership between Accor, the world leader in hospitality, and Chantiers de l'Atlantique, the world's leading cruiseship builder. This extraordinary sailing ship of the future, with its spectacular interiors, will set sail in 2026.

Shipping HoldCo

For legal matters, the Orient Express Silenseas vessels will belong to the Shipping HoldCo Company, a subsidiary of Accor Luxury & Lifestyle, which owns and is responsible for the Silenseas vessel construction and operation.

The Paint and Outfitting Surveyor is responsible for monitoring and reporting compliance with quality standards and procedures that regulate the preparation and application of coatings and surface treatments. The Coating and Outfitting Inspector will also recommend methods to improve overall quality and assist in analyzing quality concerns.

The Paint & Outffiting Surveyor duties will be : 

• Responsible to maintain accurate records of inspection and commissioning results and contribute to monthly construction status reports.
• To support the site management on the preparation of documents for the delivery process of the ships, and on the documents for the protocol of delivery.
• To perform ad hoc patrolling of construction areas to evaluate the overall installation
• standard and obtain information on products and materials used.
• Ensure blast medium and coating materials conform to project specifications.
• Ensure surface preparation blast profile/cleanliness meet requirements.
• Monitor dry film thickness and re-coating intervals.
• After the designated curing activity for overcoating or completion, conduct a visual inspection together with specified non-destructive and / or destructive tests.
• To establish a good working relationship with shipyard management, classification society and other regulatory bodies, and input where required to resolve issues.
• Will attend technical and progress meetings as indicated by the Head of Steel, Paint and Outfitting dpt or the Site Office Manager, and provision of expert insights and support where required.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports on agreed format(s) for the status of work and progress, ITP follow up and comment follow up.

• 5 years of experience in a similar position
• Competencies on Frosio Level 3 Prefered 
• Language(s) : French (mother tongue) English: fluent (written, spoken)
• Autonomy in tasks.
•  Good soft skills.